Vaca Frita: Crispy Beef Recipe

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Vaca Frita: Crispy Beef
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  1. In a large saucepan, combine the flank steak with the bell pepper, halved onion and bay leaf. Add enough water to cover and bring to a boil. Simmer over moderate heat for 20 minutes. Transfer the flank steak to a work surface and let the steak cool. Strain the broth and reserve for another use. Shred the meat and transfer it to a bowl.
  2. Using the side of a large knife, mash the garlic to a paste with 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Stir the paste into the meat, along with the lime juice, olive oil and sliced onion. Let stand at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or up to 1 1/2 hours.
  3. Heat a large, flat griddle until very hot. Working in batches, spread the shredded beef on the griddle in a thin layer and season with salt and pepper. Cook over high heat, turning once or twice, until sizzling and crispy in spots, about 6 minutes per batch. Transfer to a platter and serve.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 281.26 Kcal (1178 kJ)
Calories from fat 148.34 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 16.48g 25%
Cholesterol 77.1mg 26%
Sodium 64.49mg 3%
Potassium 484.86mg 10%
Total Carbs 6.64g 2%
Sugars 2.95g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1.27g 5%
Protein 24.37g 49%
Vitamin C 26.6mg 44%
Vitamin A 0.5mg 16%
Iron 10.7mg 59%
Calcium 46.5mg 5%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 136.17 Kcal (570 kJ)
Calories from fat 71.82 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 7.98g 25%
Cholesterol 37.33mg 26%
Sodium 31.22mg 3%
Potassium 234.74mg 10%
Total Carbs 3.22g 2%
Sugars 1.43g 12%
Dietary Fiber 0.62g 5%
Protein 11.8g 49%
Vitamin C 12.9mg 44%
Vitamin A 0.2mg 16%
Iron 5.2mg 59%
Calcium 22.5mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 6.7
    Points
  • 7
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium

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