Cuban Steak (Bistec Encebollado)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 1

Juicy and Flavorful Cuban Steak (Bistec Encebollado)

by The Chefin Beef

Prep

35 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

450

Sugar

Fat

26g

Cuban Steak, also known as Bistec Encebollado, is a classic Cuban dish that consists of a juicy sirloin steak cooked with caramelized onions and fresh lime juice. The steak is often marinated with garlic and adobo seasoning to add flavor and complexity to the dish. It's a delicious meal that can be enjoyed hot and fresh off the stove with a side of rice and beans. The dish is easy to prepare and can be made in under an hour, making it the perfect weeknight dinner for families and friends.

Instructions

1.	Rub the steaks with garlic, adobo, and black pepper. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
2.	Heat up olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3.	Sear the steaks in oil for 4 minutes on each side or to your desired doneness.
4.	Set the cooked steaks aside and add onions to the same skillet.
5.	Saute the onions until they are brown and caramelized.
6.	Add garlic and cook for a minute or until fragrant.
7.	Pour fresh lime juice and 1/4 cup of water into the skillet and stir the mixture.
8.	Return the steaks to the skillet with the onion mixture.
9.	Cover the skillet and let the steak cook for 5 minutes in the onion mixture.
10.	Sprinkle chopped cilantro on top for garnish and serve with rice and beans.

PROS

This Cuban Steak is flavorful and juicy, making it an enjoyable meal.

The onions and garlic in the recipe add depth of flavor and complexity to the dish.

CONS

Sirloin steaks can be tough if cooked incorrectly, so it’s important to not overcook them.

The dish contains a high amount of onions, which may not appeal to everyone’s palate.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is a good source of protein, iron and zinc which helps build better muscle and body tissues.
The garlic in the recipe is said to be a powerful antimicrobial agent that can help prevent infections and improve overall health.

	2 lbs sirloin steaks ( about 8 ounces per serving )
	1/4 cup fresh lime juice
	4 large onions , sliced thin
	3 garlic cloves , minced
	black pepper
	adobo seasoning
	fresh cilantro , chopped , for garnish
	olive oil ( for sauteing onions and steak )