Peruvian Pot
Lomo Saltado
A beloved Peruvian stir-fry that blends Chinese and Peruvian cuisines. Tender beef strips wok-tossed with onions, tomatoes, and soy sauce, served over french fries and rice.
Ingredients
Instructions
- 1
Cut the beef into thick strips. Season with salt, pepper, and cumin.
- 2
Heat a wok or large skillet over very high heat with oil. Sear the beef strips in batches until browned. Set aside.
- 3
In the same wok, stir-fry the sliced onions for 1 minute. Add the tomato wedges and aji amarillo.
- 4
Return the beef to the wok. Add soy sauce and red wine vinegar. Toss everything together for 30 seconds.
- 5
Serve immediately over french fries with white rice on the side. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
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