Panamanian Bistec Picado 🇵🇦😋😋

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

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

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes provide more nutrients, while yams are often less costly.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos can be more affordable.

Season ribeye steak strips and refrigerate for 2 hours.

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add sliced onions and peppers; sauté until softened.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add tomato paste, chili powder, smoked paprika, and cumin; mix well.

Add water and bring to a simmer.

Add seasoned ribeye steak and cook until tender, about 20 minutes.

Add jalapeño (if using) and season with salt to taste before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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