CHURRASCO Ecuatoriano (Bistec con huevo frito)

beef steak

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is more affordable.

fried eggs

🥗Healthier: poached eggs

💰Cheaper: scrambled eggs

Poached eggs are lighter, while scrambled can be made with fewer ingredients.

plantains

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Zucchini is lower in calories, while potatoes are more readily available.

Chop the onion, tomato, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper.

Minced the garlic.

In a pot, combine the chopped vegetables, tomato paste, achiote paste, and water.

Add the beef slices and cook until tender.

In a separate pan, heat oil and fry the egg sunny-side up.

Boil or fry the potatoes until cooked.

Serve the beef with the fried egg and potatoes.

Cooking Techniques

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