Bistec a la Mexicana

Bistec a la Mexicana is a vibrant and flavorful Mexican dish featuring tender beef steak sautéed with fresh tomatoes, onions, and jalapeños. This high-protein meal is perfect for a satisfying dinner that brings authentic Mexican flavors to your table.

Bistec a la Mexicana
30 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Mexican
350 kcal

Ingredients

  • Beef steak (flank or sirloin) - 300 grams
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Tomatoes - 2 medium, diced
  • Onion - 1 medium, sliced
  • Jalapeño pepper - 1 small, finely chopped
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
  • Lime - 1, juiced
  • Salt - to taste
  • Black pepper - to taste

Steps

  1. Slice the beef steak into thin strips against the grain.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the sliced onion and jalapeño to the skillet. Sauté for about 3 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, stirring frequently.
  5. Add the sliced beef to the skillet and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the beef is browned and cooked through.
  6. Stir in the diced tomatoes and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
  7. Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.
  8. Serve hot with warm tortillas or over rice.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 350
  • Protein: 40 g
  • Carbs: 15 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Sugar: 4 g
  • Sodium: 600 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

Tags

MexicanHigh ProteinDinner