Bistec à la Mexicana
Mexican-style steak with cumin, garlic, and salsa
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- Prep
- 1h 10m
- Cook
- 15m
- Steps
- 6
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
Method
- Step 1Toast the spices30s
Toast cumin and peppercorns for about 30 seconds to boost flavor. Be careful not to go over 30 seconds or they could burn.
CuminPeppercorn blend - Step 2Make the paste
Add in 2 garlic cloves and make a paste with the toasted spices.
Garlic - Step 3Marinate the steak1h
Marinate the thinly sliced top sirloin steak using the paste. Cover and let it sit in the fridge for at least one hour.
Sirloin steak - Step 4Sear the steak3 min
Add avocado oil to the pan. Cook the steak on each side for about 2-3 minutes. If not fully cooked, that's okay—it will finish cooking later. Work in batches to avoid overcrowding the skillet.
NoteDon't overcrowd the skillet—cook in batches for best sear.
Avocado oilSirloin steak - Step 5Season the steak
Season the seared steak with salt.
Salt - Step 6Make the salsa2 min
In the same pan, make the salsa. Once ready, add the steak back in and let everything cook together for about 2 minutes.
Sirloin steak





