Description
A flavorful Cuban dish featuring marinated flank steak pan-fried to crispy perfection, perfect for dinner or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs flank steak
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup orange juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Lime wedges for serving
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Start by placing the flank steak in a large pot with salted water and boil until tender, about 90-120 minutes.
- Remove the beef from the pot and let it cool slightly. Use your hands or two forks to shred the meat.
- In a bowl, combine the minced garlic, orange juice, lime juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the shredded beef in this citrus mixture for at least 30 minutes—this step enhances the flavor significantly.
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the marinated beef to the skillet and pan-fry until it transforms into a crispy, brown delight, around 5-7 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges on the side.
Notes
For best results, ensure flank steak is submerged when boiling for even cooking. Adjust marinate seasonings to taste before marinating.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Cuban
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg