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Steak Picado Recipe

Authentic Steak Picado Recipe: Simple Steps For A Perfect Meal

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

  • 1.5 lbs beef sirloin or flank steak thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large onion thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper thinly sliced
  • 1 jalapeño seeded and finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 large tomatoes diced
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro chopped (for garnish)

Instructions
 

Prep The Steak

  • First things first, let’s prep our beef. Thinly slice your steak against the grain. This step ensures that your Steak Picado will be tender and easy to chew. Season the beef slices with salt and pepper.

Sauté The Vegetables

  • Heat the olive oil in a big skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onions, bell pepper, and jalapeño.
  • Sauté the onions until they are transparent and the veggies are soft. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Cook The Beef

  • Push the vegetables to the side of the skillet and add the sliced steak in a single layer.
  • Let it cook without stirring for about 2-3 minutes to get a nice sear. Then, stir and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the beef is browned.

Add The Aromatics

  • When the garlic is aromatic, add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about one minute. Be careful not to burn the garlic!

Combine Everything

  • Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, cumin, chili powder, and paprika to the skillet.
  • Stir everything together, ensuring the beef and vegetables are well-coated with the spices. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Simmer

  • Reduce the heat to medium-low and let the Steak Picado simmer for about 10-15 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
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