Bistec a Caballo

Name: Bistec a Caballo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Colombian
Ingredients: 2 lbs top sirloin steak, thinly sliced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced; 4 roma tomatoes, diced; 1/2 tsp ground cumin; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 4 large eggs

Tender seasoned beef steak smothered in a flavorful tomato and onion sauce, finished with a sunny-side up fried egg on top.

30 minEasyServes 4480 cal/serving

ColombianDinnerStovetopHigh ProteinStandardLow CarbGluten-FreeDairy-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

2 lbs top sirloin steak, thinly sliced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
4 roma tomatoes, diced
1/2 tsp ground cumin
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp kosher salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
4 large eggs

Instructions

1

Season 2 lbs thinly sliced top sirloin steak with 4 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, half of the 1 tsp kosher salt, and half of the 1/2 tsp black pepper.
2

Heat half of the 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
3

Sear steak for 3 to 4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145°F for medium, then transfer to a platter.
4

Add remaining 2 tbsp vegetable oil to the skillet, then stir in 1 thinly sliced yellow onion and 4 diced roma tomatoes with remaining 1 tsp kosher salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
5

Cook the tomato mixture for 5 to 6 minutes until softened into a rich sauce, then spoon over steak.
6

Fry 4 large eggs sunny-side up in the same skillet and place one fried egg on top of each portion of steak.

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Questions

What is Bistec a Caballo?

Tender seasoned beef steak smothered in a flavorful tomato and onion sauce, finished with a sunny-side up fried egg on top. This reference files it under Colombian dinner: made on the stovetop, rated easy and about 30 minutes start to finish.

What internal temperature should Bistec a Caballo reach?

For Bistec a Caballo, the target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Can I skip the searing in Bistec a Caballo?

Step 3 reads: "Sear steak for 3 to 4 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 145°F for medium, then transfer to a platter." You can, but you give up flavor. The browning in step 3 builds the savory base the rest of the dish is seasoned against. Give the pieces room so the pan stays hot.

Does Bistec a Caballo contain eggs?

Yes: 4 large eggs. The full allergen list for this entry is eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Bistec a Caballo?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 480 calories, with 44 g protein, 7 g carbohydrate and 30 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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