Beef Asado

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: coconut aminos

💰Cheaper: salt + water

Coconut aminos reduce sodium while maintaining umami flavor.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

Heat pan and add cooking oil. Fry potatoes until light brown. Remove and set aside.

On the same pan, sauté onion and garlic until aromatic.

Add beef slices and cook for a few minutes until browned.

Add anise seeds or star anise and bay leaves. Stir and cook for a minute.

Add soy sauce and tomato sauce. Stir and cook for 5 minutes over medium-low heat.

Pour in water and simmer for a few minutes. Season with salt to taste, brown sugar (optional), and ground pepper.

Simmer for 15 minutes or until beef is tender. Add more salt and pepper as needed. Add more water as needed.

Add fried potatoes and bell peppers to the pan. Simmer over low heat until beef is fully tender and sauce thickens.

Serve hot with steamed rice and enjoy!

Cooking Techniques

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