Peruvian lomo saltado is made by first searing the beef in a pan with vegetable oil over very high heat. This is what gives the sauce its deep, meaty flavor. Once browned, the soy sauce and vinegar mixture is added.
This dish is super quick to prepare, taking only a few minutes, and with the exception of the French fries, you can have dinner on the table in no time.
Ingredients Table:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Beef tenderloin | ¾ kilo |
| White potatoes | ½ kilo |
| Tomatoes | 3 |
| Onions | 3 |
| Yellow chili pepper | 1 |
| Soy sauce | ½ to 1 cup |
| Vinegar | To taste |
| Garlic | To taste |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Vegetable oil | For frying and sautéing |
| Cilantro | To taste |
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Cut the tenderloin into thick strips. Season with salt, pepper, and minced garlic.
- Cut the tomatoes and onions into thick wedges.
- Cut the yellow chili pepper into thin strips. Discard the veins and seeds.
- Cut the white potatoes into sticks.
- Fry the potatoes in plenty of hot oil.
- Place a large skillet over medium heat. Add oil and when it’s very hot, add the beef. Let it brown well without stirring too much.
- Add the garlic, then the onion and the chili pepper. Sauté quickly.
- Add the tomatoes and continue sautéing.
- Add the soy sauce and vinegar. Mix well and let the sauce simmer briefly.
- Add the fried potatoes and chopped cilantro. Mix gently and serve immediately with white rice.
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Nutritional Facts – Lomo Saltado (per 1 serving)
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 533 kcal |
| Total Fat | 32 g |
| Saturated Fat | 9 g |
| Cholesterol | 118 mg |
| Sodium | 1253 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 26 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3 g |
| Total Sugars | 5 g |
| Protein | 35 g |
Note: These values are estimates based on a standard Lomo Saltado recipe (e.g., Food Network’s version). Actual nutrition will vary significantly depending on the cut of beef, amount of oil used for frying the potatoes, the ratio of beef to vegetables, and the type and quantity of sauce and rice served on the side. Nutritional information for this dish from other sources ranges from approximately 400 to over 1,000 calories per serving.
Conclusion
Peruvian lomo saltado is typically served with fried potatoes and rice. Some people prefer to mix the fried potatoes with the lomo saltado so they absorb some of the juices.
Others prefer them on the side, controlling which ones stay crispy and which ones absorb the juices. Peruvian rice, on the other hand, is always prepared with a touch of garlic, which is absolutely delicious.