Palomilla Steak

Experience the vibrant flavors of Cuba with this quick and easy Palomilla Steak recipe. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish features thinly sliced beef seasoned to perfection and quickly pan-seared for a delicious main course. A tantalizing blend of spices with a hint of citrus makes this steak a must-try for any beef lover.

Ingredients

🥩 2 lbs Top Round Steak, thinly sliced
🧄 4-5 cloves Minced Garlic
🧅 1 Large Spanish Onion
🍋 1 Lime
🍊 1 Orange, optional for juice
🌿 1 tsp Dominican Orégano
🌿 ¼ tsp Cumin
🥢 1 tbsp Soy Sauce, brand not specified
🫒 1 tbsp Olive Oil, brand not specified
🧂 1 tsp Kosher Salt, Fina brand
🌶️ ½ tsp Black Pepper, Trader Joe's brand
🌿 Cilantro for Garnish

Instructions

1- Prepare Onions:

• Thinly slice the large Spanish onion and place it in a bowl.
• Set aside.

2- Prepare Garlic:

• Mince 4-5 cloves of garlic.
• Set aside in a bowl.

3- Tenderize Steak:

• On a DAVID BURKE cutting board, place the thinly sliced top round steak pieces between two sheets of parchment paper.
• Use a meat tenderizer to pound the steak to about 1/8 inch thickness.

4- Season Steak:

• In a large bowl, combine the tenderized steak with kosher salt, black pepper, Dominican oregano, cumin, soy sauce, fresh lime juice, optional orange juice, minced garlic, and olive oil.

5- Marinate:

• Mix everything with tongs until evenly coated.
• Allow it to marinate for at least 20 minutes.

6- Cook Steak:

• Heat olive oil in a large, generic cast iron skillet over high heat.
• Add steak in batches, ensuring quick searing. Flip once during cooking until both sides are seared and cooked through.
• Remove the steak onto a plate.

7- Sauté Onions:

• In the same skillet, add sliced onions, deglazing the pan.
• Pour leftover marinade from the steak bowl onto the onions.
• Sauté over high heat for about 3 minutes or until desired texture.

8- Serve:

• Layer the sautéed onions over the cooked steak.
• Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve immediately.

Prep Time: 20 minutes (including marination)
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: Not specified
Equipment: Cutting Board (DAVID BURKE), Generic Chef's Knife, Generic Cast Iron Skillet, Meat Tenderizer, Tongs, Lime Squeezer

Cooking Tips

• Ensure the steak is very thin for optimal tenderness.
• Cook in small batches to prevent sweating.
• Marinate ahead of time for more flavor.

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Palomilla Steak