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Argentinean Grilled Steak with Salsa Criolla

Argentinean Grilled Steak with Salsa Criolla

250 Ratings
250 Ratings
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Argentinean Grilled Steak with Salsa Criolla
Makes: 4 Servings
Total Cost: $$$$
Preparation Time: 25 minutes

Tonight, try a recipe from South America! Enjoy these Argentinean-style steaks with a homemade Criolla Sauce, packed with flavor.

Ingredients

For the sauce:
  • 1 large, ripe tomato (cored, seeded, and finely chopped, about 1/2 cup)
  • 1/4 small red onion (finely chopped, about 1/4 cup)
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (finely chopped)
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
  • 1/4 teaspoon oregano leaf
  • 1/8 teaspoon low-sodium adobo seasoning
  • 1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper
For the steak:
  • 1 pound skirt steak
  • 1/8 teaspoon low-sodium adobo seasoning

Directions

For the sauce:

  1. In a small bowl, mix together tomato, onions, parsley, olive oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, low-sodium adobo seasoning and crushed red pepper.
  2. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up until 48 hours.

For the steak:

  1. Heat grill to medium-high heat. Sprinkle steak on both sides with low-sodium adobo seasoning. Place steak on hot, greased grill grates.
  2. Cook, flipping once, until steak is well browned on both sides and cooked to 145 °F (about 6 minutes for medium-rare).
  3. Let rest for 5 minutes. Thinly slice steak.
  4. Divide steak evenly among serving plates. Top with reserved Salsa Criolla.

Notes

Serving Suggestions: Pair with Arepas (cornmeal patties popular in Colombia and Venezuela) and a healthy Quinoa Salad for a South American Steak Supper.

Learn more about:

Source:

The Best of La Cocina GOYA: Healthy, Tasty, Affordable Latin Cooking/ Lo Mejor de la Cocina GOYA: Cocina Latina Saludable, Rica y Económica
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Nutrition Information

Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 220
Total Fat 11 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Cholesterol 70 mg
Sodium 80 mg
Carbohydrates 5 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 3 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 25 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 29 mg
Iron 2 mg
Potassium 433 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 220
Total Fat 11 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Monounsaturated Fat 6 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 1 g
Linoleic Acid 1 g
α-Linolenic Acid 0.1 g
Omega 3 - EPA 0 mg
Omega 3 - DHA 0 mg
Cholesterol 70 mg
Carbohydrates 5 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 3 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 25 g
Minerals
Calcium 29 mg
Potassium 433 mg
Sodium 80 mg
Copper 106 mcg
Iron 2 mg
Magnesium 27 mg
Phosphorus 199 mg
Selenium 26 mcg
Zinc 4 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 30 mcg RAE
Vitamin B6 0.6 mg
Vitamin B12 1.4 mcg
Vitamin C 9 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 38 mcg
Folate 20 mcg DFE
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.1 mg
Niacin 7 mg
Choline 95 mg

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Please note: nutrient values are subject to change as data is updated

MyPlate Food Groups

Vegetables 1/4 cups
Protein Foods 2 1/2 ounces
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