Bistec Ranchero Recipes

BISTEC ENCEBOLLAO

Steps:

• In a large resealable bag, combine the steak, olive oil, garlic, oregano, sazon seasoning, onions, vinegar, beef stock, and salt. Seal and shake to mix. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or up to a couple of days.
• When you are ready to cook, dump the entire contents of the bag into a large deep skillet. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until the beef is fork tender, about 40 minutes.

BISTEC A LA MEXICANA

Steps:

• Make the salsa without the lime juice.
• Drop the garlic and chili pieces one at a time into a running food processor, letting each get finely chopped before adding the next. Turn off the processor and remove the lid. Cut 1 tomato in quarters and add it to the food processor, along with the cilantro. Pulse 4 to 6 times, until you have a coarse puree. Scrape the mixture into a bowl.
• Cut the other tomato into ¼ inch pieces and add to the bowl, along with the green onion. Taste and season with lime juice (or vinegar) and salt, usually a generous ½ teaspoons This salsa is best if eaten within an hour or two, but it will keep for a number of hours in the refrigerator.
• Heat a wok (or a very large skillet) over medium high heat. Drizzle in a little olive oil, then, in 2 batches, stir-fry the steak until lightly browned. Remove to a plate, leaving behind as much oil as possible. Stir-fry the salsa until reduced - this can take up to 10 minutes. Add about ½ cup water or beef broth, return the browned meat to the pan and bring to a boil. Serve, passing around quartered limes and extra chopped green chili and cilantro.

BISTEC RANCHERO CON PAPAS

Steps:

• In a large skillet, add the oil and heat over medium-high heat. Cook the potatoes and spread them on the skillet to cook evenly. Cook for about 5 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
• Remove from the skillet and place in paper towels to drain oil. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
• In same skillet, remove carefully most of the oil, only leaving about two tablespoons behind.
• Over medium heat, cook the beef & garlic until the meat is almost all cooked through. About 4 minutes.
• Add the onions and peppers and cook until onions start to soften. About 2 minutes. If this mixture is starting to dry, add about 1 cup of water.
• Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
• Once the tomatoes are soft, add the potatoes and mix well. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes to blend all of the flavors together.
• Taste and add salt & pepper to see if it needs more.

STEAK RANCHERO

Steps:

• Grind the garlic and peppercorns in your molcajete until you have a fine paste. Add the 2 tablespoons of water and stir. Rub this paste all over the steaks and season with salt.
• Heat the oil in a large skillet (make sure the skillet is big enough for the two steaks). Once it is hot, add the steaks and cook for about 3 minutes per side.
• Add the onion and peppers to the skillet and cook for 3 more minutes, until the sliced onion starts looking transparent. Stir to make sure everything is cooking evenly.
• Now, place all the tomato slices on top of the meat, as shown in the picture. Cover the skillet and let it cook for about 5 minutes. After this time, the tomatoes will start releasing their juices. Pour in the beer, season with salt, and keep cooking for 5 more minutes, stirring from time to time. Serve with fried beans, rice, and warm corn tortillas.

STEAK RANCHERO AND POTATO TACOS!

Steps:

• Freeze the chuck roast for 2 hours. This will make it easier to slice super thin.
• Peel and dice the potato. In a large skillet, add 3 tablespoons of grapeseed oil and heat to medium/high heat. Cook the potatoes, turning as needed. Season lightly with salt and pepper. When nice and crispy, transfer potatoes to a plate lined with paper towels, set aside.
• Heat 2 tablespoons of oil to medium/high heat. Add the beef and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder and cumin. Stir fry until beef is nice and browned, about 7-9 minutes
• Add in the onions and garlic and cook for 3 minutes. Mix in the tomatoes and water, stir well to combine. When it comes to a boil, taste for salt and reduce the heat. Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
• Fold in the potatoes, cover and let stand for 5 minutes. Serve with warm homemade(if possible) flour tortillas. Garnish with cilantro, crema and salsa.