What is Lomo Saltado?

Lomo Saltado is a Peruvian meal consisting of roasted strips of beef sirloin, vegetables and potatoes. The food apparently has Asian influences, and its beef strips were first marinated in soy sauce and other spices. Beef is then fried with vegetables and the whole food is served on white rice and poured with fried potatoes or fries.

One of the most popular meals in Peru has become Lomo Saltado popular around the world. There are many different variations of the recipe because it has been modified for different countries and cultures. In Peru, feelings are strong in favor of maintaining traditional food, but in other countries this is not always possible due to the required ingredients. In several variations, The Yellow Chili Pepper is omitted or replaced by green chili. This is not traditional, but it is popular for Western palata when less spices are required or yellow chili peppers are not available. More Asian inspired and unconventional versions of Lomo Saltado requires omitting tomatoes and parsley and their replacedThe strips of green pepper and garlic.

To make Lomo Saltado peruvian way, cut approximately two pounds (0.9 kilograms) beef sirloin into strips and marinated in vinegar and soy sauce for at least an hour. Protect the beef strips in vegetable oil with salt and pepper to taste. Garlic or cumin can also be added to taste for other spices at this stage. Remove the beef from the pan and add one large onion that has been cut into strips. Fry to transparent and add additional oil if necessary.

In addition, add three large tomatoes that have been sliced ​​and one Aji Amarillo. Satee with onion until the tomatoes are fine, and then add approximately ¼ cup (59 ml) vinegar and dash of soy sauce. Add the beef strips and a package of frozen French fries 16 ounces (454 grams). Cover the pan and cook all the ingredients for approximately three minutes or until the beefHead. Instead of frozen, if desired, fresh potatoes can also be used.

In order to serve Lomo Saltado, it should be spicy to taste salt and pepper, pour over the boiled white rice and pour the chopped fresh parsley. In some recipes, potatoes are added as a watering, instead of cooking with other ingredients. This is usually left to personal preference and both methods are traditional.