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Lomo Saltado – Peruvian Beef Stir-Fry

Lomo Saltado – Peruvian Beef Stir-Fry


  • Author: Madilyn

Ingredients

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For the stir-fry:

  • 500g (1 lb) beef sirloin or rump steak, cut into strips
  • 1 large red onion, cut into thick slices
  • 2 tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1 yellow chili pepper (aji amarillo), sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar or white vinegar
  • 1 tbsp oyster sauce (optional)
  • Salt & black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil

For serving:

  • Cooked white rice
  • French fries (homemade or frozen)

Instructions

  • Prepare the fries: Start by cooking fries until hot and crispy when ready to serve.
  • Stir-fry the beef: Heat 1 tbsp oil in wok or large skillet over HIGH heat. Add beef strips and sear quickly for 2–3 minutes until browned. Remove and set aside.
  • Sauté the vegetables: In same pan, add remaining oil. Stir-fry onions, garlic, and chili pepper for 2 minutes until slightly soft but still crunchy. Add tomato wedges and cook 1 more minute.
  • Add sauces & beef: Return beef to pan. Add soy sauce, vinegar, and optionally oyster sauce. Stir everything together and cook another 1–2 minutes to blend flavors. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Assemble & serve: Place rice on plate. Spoon Lomo Saltado beside it, top with crispy fries. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate beef briefly in soy sauce and garlic before cooking.
  • Want more spice? Add fresh chili slices or ají limo.
  • Chicken can substitute beef for Pollo Saltado variation.

Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Peruvian
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 people