Bistec Encebollao

Description

Use any cut of steak when making this easy beef stew. Marinated in oil, oregano, vinegar, and onions, this is a great meal for a busy weeknight. A staple in Puerto Rican cooking. Serve with white rice and tostones. Water can be used in place of beef stock if desired.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef sirloin steak, sliced thinly across the grain
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  • 1 pinch dried oregano
  • 1 (.18 ounce) packet sazon seasoning
  • 2 large white onions, sliced into rings
  • ¼ cup distilled white vinegar
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • 1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. In a large resealable bag
  2. combine the steak
  3. olive oil
  4. garlic
  5. oregano
  6. sazon seasoning
  7. onions
  8. vinegar
  9. beef stock
  10. and salt. Seal and shake to mix. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours
  11. or up to a couple of days.
  12. When you are ready to cook
  13. dump the entire contents of the bag into a large deep skillet. Bring to a boil
  14. reduce heat to low
  15. cover and simmer until the beef is fork tender
  16. about 40 minutes.

Prep Time: 15 mins

Cook Time: 40 mins

Total Time: 4 hrs 55 mins

Servings: 6

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