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Peruvian Lomo Saltado: Tender Beef Stir-Fry in Aromatic Sauce

Discover an exquisite gourmet recipe for Peruvian Lomo Saltado, a mouthwatering beef stir-fry in a rich aromatic sauce that will transport your senses to Peru.

🕒 (Prep, Cook, Total): 10 min prep, 15 min cook, 25 min total
🍽 Servings: 2 servings
🔥 Difficulty: Advanced
🌎 Cuisine: Peruvian

Allergens

Gluten, Soy, Dairy

Ingredients

  • 8 oz beef sirloin, thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a large pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium high heat. Add onions and garlic, sautéing until translucent and fragrant. Add bell pepper and cherry tomatoes to the pan, stirring occasionally for 3 minutes. Season beef with salt and pepper, then add to the pan, cooking until browned and cooked through. Pour in the aromatic sauce, stirring to combine all ingredients. Bring to a simmer and cook for an additional 2 3 minutes. Serve over steamed rice, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Chef’s Insight

Lomo Saltado is a Peruvian fusion dish, combining Chinese stir-fry techniques with traditional Peruvian flavors.

Notes

For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper to the sauce.

Cultural or Historical Background

Originating in the early 20th century, Lomo Saltado was created by Chinese immigrants who combined their cooking methods with local ingredients to create a truly Peruvian dish.