Lomo Saltado (Peruvian Beef Stir-Fry)

Ingredients

• 1 lb Beef sirloin
• 1 large Red onion
• 2 medium Roma tomatoes
• 2 large Yellow potatoes
• 4 cups Cooked Rice
• 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
• 3 tablespoons Tamari
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon Aji Amarillo paste
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Cut the 1 lb beef sirloin into 1/2-inch thick strips. In a medium bowl, combine the beef strips with the 3 tablespoons tamari, 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon Aji Amarillo paste, 2 cloves minced garlic, 0.5 teaspoon salt, and 0.25 teaspoon black pepper. Mix well to coat the beef, then let it marinate for at least 15 minutes at room temperature.
2. 2Peel the 2 large yellow potatoes and cut them into 1/2-inch thick fries. Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Carefully add the potato fries and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove the fries with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Set aside.
3. 3Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a large wok or 12-inch skillet over high heat until shimmering, about 450°F (230°C). Add the marinated beef strips in a single layer (cook in batches if necessary to avoid crowding the pan) and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until browned on all sides. The beef should reach an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C).
4. 4Add the 1 large sliced red onion and 2 sliced medium Roma tomatoes to the wok with the beef. Continue to stir-fry for 2-3 minutes, until the onion is slightly softened but still has a crisp bite, and the tomatoes are just beginning to break down.
5. 5Add the reserved fried potato fries to the wok with the beef, onion, and tomatoes. Toss everything together gently for 1 minute to combine and heat the potatoes through.
6. 6Serve the Lomo Saltado immediately over the 4 cups of cooked rice. Garnish generously with the 0.25 cup fresh cilantro.

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