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Lomo Saltado with Huancaina Pasta

Peruvian stir-fried beef with onions and tomatoes served over creamy yellow chili pasta, topped with fresh chives and cilantro.

Total time
35 min
Servings
4
Calories
620
Protein
38g
Lomo Saltado with Huancaina Pasta
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef sirloin, cut into strips
  • 12 oz pasta
  • 1 large red onion, sliced
  • 2 medium tomato, cut into wedges
  • 2 whole red chili peppers
  • ½ cup evaporated milk
  • 3 tbsp oil
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 2 tbsp chives, chopped
  • 1 tsp salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. 1

    Cook pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.

  2. 2

    Blend red chilies with evaporated milk and strain to make huancaína sauce.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a wok and quickly stir-fry beef strips until browned, about 3 minutes.

  4. 4

    Add red onion and tomato; toss for 2 minutes until onion softens slightly.

  5. 5

    Toss cooked pasta with huancaína sauce until well coated.

  6. 6

    Plate pasta and top with lomo saltado beef mixture.

  7. 7

    Garnish with fresh chives and cilantro before serving.

Tools you’ll need

  • wok or large skillet
  • blender
  • pasta pot
  • cutting board
  • knife
  • strainer

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