Carne a la Jalapeños (Nicaraguan Steak and Jalapeños Cream)

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

jalapeños

🥗Healthier: banana peppers

💰Cheaper: green bell peppers

Banana peppers provide a milder flavor, while green bell peppers are more economical.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme fraiche

Greek yogurt lowers calories while maintaining creaminess.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

Wash the rice and cook it on the stovetop.

Chop jalapeños thinly and wash them.

Thinly slice half an onion.

Cook flank steak, seasoning it with salt and pepper.

Reduce the sauce until it thickens.

Let the steak rest before slicing it.

Serve the sliced steak on top of rice with sauce poured over it and garnish with cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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