Bistec de Palomilla
Caribbean

Bistec de Palomilla

Thinly sliced sirloin, marinated in lime and sour orange, seared to perfection with caramelized onions.

Easy30 min

Where it comes from

Bistec de Palomilla is a Cuban-American favorite, originating in Havana's bustling cafeterias and later becoming a Miami staple.

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How it's made

  1. 1

    Marinate the steak in a mixture of lime and sour orange juice with minced garlic.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.

  3. 3

    Add the steak and cook until seared on both sides.

  4. 4

    Remove the steak and add onion slices to the pan.

  5. 5

    Cook onions until caramelized, then serve over the steak.

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