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Peruvian Lomo Saltado

Name: Peruvian Lomo Saltado
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 90 min
Total time: 120 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Beef sirloin, 1 lb, thinly sliced; Garlic, 3 cloves, minced; Soy sauce, 1/4 cup; Red wine vinegar, 2 tbsp; Red onion, 1 large, sliced; Tomatoes, 2 medium, wedges; Red bell pepper, 1, sliced; Vegetable oil, 2 tbsp; Beef broth, 1/4 cup; Cilantro, 2 tbsp, chopped; Jasmine rice, 2 cups, cooked; Potatoes, 4 medium, cut into fries; Soy sauce, 2 tbsp; Oyster sauce, 1 tbsp; Aji amarillo paste, 1 tbsp

A vibrant and popular Peruvian dish, Lomo Saltado combines tender beef with colorful vegetables in a savory sauce, served with rice and fries.

4.8(204 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·July 25, 2025

Peruvian Lomo Saltado — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

30 min

Cook

1 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Beef Marinade

For the Stir-Fry

For the Sides

For the Sauce

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 573 kcal
Protein: 31.6 g
Carbs: 73.3 g
Fat: 20.51 g
Fiber: 7.35 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2291 kcal
Protein: 126.4 g
Carbs: 293.2 g
Fat: 82.05 g
Fiber: 29.4 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Beef sirloin 1 lb, thinly sliced	720	72	0	48	0
Garlic 3 cloves, minced	12	0.6	3	0	0.2
Soy sauce 1/4 cup	34	5	3	0.1	0.2
Red wine vinegar 2 tbsp	6	0	2	0	0
Red onion 1 large, sliced	60	1.6	14	0.2	2.2
Tomatoes 2 medium, wedges	44	2	10	0.5	2
Red bell pepper 1, sliced	37	1.5	9	0.4	3
Vegetable oil 2 tbsp	240	0	0	28	0
Beef broth 1/4 cup	3	0.5	0.5	0	0
Cilantro 2 tbsp, chopped	1	0.1	0.2	0	0.1
Jasmine rice 2 cups, cooked	400	8	88	0.6	1.6
Potatoes 4 medium, cut into fries	700	16	160	5	20
Soy sauce 2 tbsp	16	2.5	1.5	0.05	0.1
Oyster sauce 1 tbsp	9	0.3	2	0.1	0.1
Aji amarillo paste 1 tbsp	9	0.3	2	0.1	0.1

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Beef

1
Combine beef and aromatics
In a bowl, combine beef, minced garlic, soy sauce, and red wine vinegar.
Tip: Ensure the beef is completely thawed before marinating.
2
Coat the beef
Mix thoroughly until the beef is well coated.
3
Chill
Cover and refrigerate for at least one hour, preferably overnight.

Preparing the Vegetables and Sides

1
Slice veggies
Slice onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes.
2
Cook rice
Cook jasmine rice according to package instructions.
3
Fry potatoes
Fry potatoes until golden and crispy; drain on paper towels.
Tip: Use a high smoke point oil for frying the potatoes to achieve crispiness.

How to Make Peruvian Lomo Saltado

Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings

1
Stir-Frying the Beef
Heat vegetable oil in a large pan over high heat. Add marinated beef and sear until browned.
2
Adding Vegetables
Incorporate onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers into the pan, stir-frying until just tender.
3
Finishing Touches
Pour in the beef broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce, and aji amarillo paste. Toss until everything is well-coated and heated through.