Bistec and tostones
Bistec and tostones are both delicious dishes from Latin American cuisine. Bistec refers to a steak, typically seasoned and cooked to perfection. It can vary in cuts and preparation methods, but it's always a flavorful and juicy treat!
Tostones, on the other hand, are a delightful side dish made from plantains. Plantains are sliced and then fried until they become crispy and golden. They are usually served as a savory accompaniment to main courses or enjoyed on their own as a tasty snack.
Ingredients
Bistec:
- 4 pieces beef steak (you can choose your preferred cut)
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Tostones:
- 2 green plantains
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Salt to taste
Instructions
Bistec:
- In a bowl, mix together minced garlic, cumin powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Rub the seasoning mixture onto both sides of the steak pieces, ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Preheat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil.
- Place the seasoned steaks onto the hot skillet or grill, and cook for about 4-6 minutes on each side, or until desired level of doneness is reached.
- Once done, remove the steaks from the heat and let them rest for a few minutes before serving.
Tostones:
- Peel and slice the plantains into 1-inch thick rounds.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the plantain slices in batches for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown.
- Remove the fried plantains from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Using a tostonera or the bottom of a glass, gently flatten each fried plantain slice.
- Return the flattened plantains to the hot oil and fry again for about 2 minutes on each side, until they become crispy.
- Remove the tostones from the oil, drain on paper towels, and sprinkle with salt while they're still hot.
- Serve the tostones alongside the bistec for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 141kcal (7%)Carbohydrates: 34g (11%)Protein: 1g (2%)Fat: 0.2gSaturated Fat: 0.1g (1%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.1gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 406mg (12%)Fiber: 2g (8%)Sugar: 2g (2%)Vitamin A: 53IU (1%)Vitamin C: 20mg (24%)Calcium: 9mg (1%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
