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Argentinean Grilled Steak with Salsa Criolla

Argentinean Grilled Steak with Salsa Criolla

Argentinean Grilled Steak with Salsa Criolla
Makes: 4 Servings
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.

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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

Serving Size: 1 serving
Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 231
Total Fat 13 g
Saturated Fat 4 g
Cholesterol 75 mg
Sodium 99 mg
Carbohydrates 2 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 1 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 26 g
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Calcium 29 mg
Iron 2 mg
Potassium 382 mg

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Nutrients Amount
Total Calories 231
Total Fat 13 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 g
Omega 3 - DHA 0 g
Cholesterol 75 mg
Carbohydrates 2 g
Dietary Fiber 1 g
Total Sugars 1 g
Added Sugars included 0 g
Protein 26 g
Minerals
Calcium 29 mg
Potassium 382 mg
Sodium 99 mg
Copper 0 mg
Iron 2 mg
Magnesium 27 mg
Phosphorus 214 mg
Selenium 25 mg
Zinc 4 mg
Vitamins
Vitamin A 19 mcg
Vitamin B6 0.7 mg
Vitamin B12 1.7 mcg
Vitamin C 8 mg
Vitamin D 0 mcg
Vitamin E 1 mg
Vitamin K 36 mcg
Folate 15 mcg
Thiamin 0.1 mg
Riboflavin 0.2 mg
Niacin 7 mg
Choline 74 mg

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MyPlate Food Groups

Protein Foods 3 ounces
Vegetables 1/4 cups