Description
Puerto Rican Pepper Steak is a colorful and savory dish that captures the essence of Caribbean cuisine. This recipe features tender flank steak marinated in a zesty blend of spices, complemented by sweet bell peppers and onions. The use of sofrito adds an authentic touch, making it perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Easy to prepare and bursting with flavor, this dish promises to impress your guests while satisfying even the heartiest of appetites.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 pounds flank steak (sliced thin)
- 1/3 cup sofrito
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 8 cloves garlic (crushed)
- 1 tablespoon oil (divided)
- 10 dashes Maggi liquid seasoning (or 2 teaspoons salt)
- 1 teaspoon chicken bouillon seasoning
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon adobo (all purpose seasoning)
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 red bell pepper (sliced thin)
- 1/2 green bell pepper (sliced thin)
- 1/2 red onion (sliced thin)
- 3 bay leaves
- 1–2 cups water
- Freshly chopped cilantro (for garnish)
- Lime wedges (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate the steak: In a large bowl, combine sliced flank steak, cilantro, sofrito, garlic, oil, Maggi seasoning, chicken bouillon, oregano, adobo seasoning, black pepper, and cumin. Mix well and marinate for at least one hour or overnight for best flavor.
- Sauté the steak: Heat remaining oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add marinated steak and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until juices are released. Stir in sliced bell peppers and onions.
- Cook until tender: Pour enough water to cover the meat completely. Add bay leaves and bring to a simmer. Cook for about 15-20 minutes until water reduces by half, then cover and simmer on low for an additional hour until tender.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 70 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg