Recipe - Chef Pati Jinich Salpicon de Carne (Beef Salad) - Home & Family

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

jalapeño

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: banana pepper

Bell peppers are milder and more accessible.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers similar acidity, and vinegar is a cost-effective alternative.

Boil beef in water until tender, about 1-2 hours.

Remove beef and let it cool before shredding.

Chop onion, tomato, and jalapeño finely.

Mix shredded beef with chopped vegetables in a large bowl.

Add lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to the mixture.

Stir in chopped cilantro for freshness.

Serve the mixture over a bed of lettuce.

Accompany with corn tortillas and avocado slices.

Cooking Techniques

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