Bistec Ranchero
Serves 4
20 mins prep
25 mins cook
45 mins total
Bistec Ranchero consists of tender beef and roasted poblano pepper stewed in a thick, rich tomato sauce. Serve with rice, beans, and plenty of tortillas.
For the Beef:
For the Ranchero Salsa:
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To Make the Ranchero Salsa:
Heat a large griddle and add foil paper.
Brush the poblanos (not part of the salsa) with Mazola® Corn Oil.
Add the poblanos, tomatoes, ¼ onion, 2 garlic cloves, and 3 jalapenos.
Char on all sides.
Remove the tomatoes, onion, garlic, and jalapenos and add them to a blender.
Add a pinch of cumin, pinch of oregano, 1 tsp salt, and ¼ c water to the blender.
Blend until smooth.
Set the Ranchero Salsa aside.
Preparing the Poblano Peppers:
Remove the poblanos from the griddle and cover with plastic wrap to steam.
Let steam for 10 minutes.
With a knife, peel the skin.
Cut off the stem and cut lengthwise.
Remove the seeds from the inside.
Slice into strips.
Set aside until ready to use.
For the Beef:
Heat Mazola® Corn Oil in a large skillet.
Season the beef with salt, pepper, and cumin.
Add the beef to the skillet.
Cover and cook for 15 minutes.
Remove the lid and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Once the juice from the beef has evaporated, add the potatoes.
Cook for 5 minutes.
Then add the onion and garlic.
Stir to combine.
Add the Ranchero Salsa, ¼ cup water, and roasted poblano slices.
Stir to combine.
Cover and cook for an additional 10 minutes, or until potatoes are ready.
Serve and enjoy!