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Carne en Bistec Colombian Steak with Tomatoes and Onions

Carne en Bistec is a comforting Colombian dish made with marinated steak, fresh tomatoes, and sautéed onions, perfect for any gathering.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1.5 pounds flank steak, cut thinly against the grain
  • Big pinch of salt
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 onion, sliced thin
  • 1 large tomato or 15-ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
  • 1 cup beef broth (more as needed)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Cooking oil for searing

Instructions

  • Pat the flank steak dry and slice it thinly against the grain.
  • Marinate the steak with salt, oregano, cumin, and red wine vinegar for 10 minutes.
  • Preheat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the steak for 3 minutes on each side.
  • Remove the steak and sauté the sliced onions until translucent.
  • Add sliced tomatoes and beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pan.
  • Return the steak to the skillet and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
  • Thicken the sauce if necessary and serve with traditional sides.

Notes

Ensure the skillet is hot for a better sear.
Avoid overcrowding the pan to maintain high temperature for searing.

  • Author: Jesseca
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Colombian

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 500
  • Fat: 20
  • Saturated Fat: 7
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 5
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 40
  • Cholesterol: 100