When a friend had me try Peruvian food, I was not expecting something cooked in a wok. I learned that Chifa (Chinese cuisine) influences some Peruvian dishes. That led to tasty dishes like Lomo Saltado, a fantastic experience I had just had to recreate. This dish’s unique flavor only takes a few minutes to throw together. With a hot skillet or wok, you can get a beautiful char on your meat and slightly caramelize the vegetables while keeping the crunch. The aji amarillo pepper paste is the star of this Peruvian stir-fry lomo saltado because it has a lovely bright, fruity flavor and packs a nice kick of heat. And did I mention this dish also comes with french fries? Yum! I prefer fries on the side, but you can add them to this wok party for an equally yummy Lomo Saltado.
Recipe Ingredients
French Fries – What goes great with steak? Potatoes, of course. And fried always tastes better. 😉 If you want a healthier version, you can replace the fries with baked potato wedges.Beef – Sirloin, ribeye, or skirt steak sliced into half-inch strips provides flavorful, meaty goodness.Vegetables – The mix of red onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes balances the flavors for a healthy meal.Pepper Paste – Bonus points if you can find aji amarillo paste at a local grocery store. You can also use sriracha as it has the bright spiciness you want.Beef Broth – This ingredient adds depth of flavor to the sauce.
How to Make Lomo Saltado
Prep Ingredients Assembly
Recipe Variations
Tips and Tricks
Make-Ahead Instructions
This dish is best hot off the stove. However, you can slice the beef, season it, slice up the veggies, and have the sauce ready for even quicker meal prep.
Serving and Storage Instructions
Lomo Saltado is best hot with rice and french fries. You can also toss the french fries in with the stir-fry, then serve it with the rice. If you have any leftovers (highly doubtful), you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for three days. You can also set aside some stir-fried beef and vegetables before adding the sauce and store them separately. To reheat Lomo Saltado, get your wok hot and cook all the ingredients for a couple of minutes. Be sure to save some extra sauce too!
What to Serve With Lomo Saltado
While rice is the traditional side, you can also serve this with a tossed salad. And for dessert, try my tres leches cake to round out the meal. Refreshing drinks like pineapple ginger juice or tropical sangria perfect it all.
More Fabulicious Beef Recipes to Try
Conclusion
Lomo Saltado is a fabulous mix of culture and flavor that give you restaurant-quality food in just a few minutes. What is your favorite fusion recipe? Let me know below in the comments. ❤️
Watch How to Make It
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