Lomo Saltado is an easy to make Peruvian beef stir fry recipe! Made with beef tenderloin, onions, tomatoes, french fries and an amazing savory and tangy sauce!
Lomo Saltado:
If you’ve never had this dish, you’re in for a treat! This recipe is simply a Peruvian beef stir fry dish that I was first introduced to when I lived in Colorado, then again in Kansas City. So this is my at home version that comes as close as possible to being authentic, while using ingredients that are really easy to find! Lomo Saltado has a short ingredient list, but it tastes amazing with tender beef in a simple and savory marinade! Then, the veggies add even more flavor while still being crisp/tender and the fries added at the end soak up all of that saucy flavor as well! Traditionally, this recipe calls for using actual potatoes, but we are using frozen french fries to keep it simple and trust me it’s just a good! If you love a simple stir fry, try out our classic Chicken Stir Fry too!
Lomo Saltado Recipe Notes:
- The key to this recipe is always using beef tenderloin! This cut can be more costly, but it is cooked so quickly that you want to use a cut of beef that will still come out tender. Because there is no simmering involved, a tougher cut of meat would not become tender.
- This recipe calls for red wine vinegar and it adds that tang without being too overpowering. If you don’t have red wine vinegar, you can use apple cider or rice vinegar instead.
- Traditionally, this recipe uses aji amarillo paste, but it’s sometimes difficult to find! I chose to use sriracha instead, and it’s a really great sub. However, if you can find the aji amarillo, you can use that instead.
- If possible, you will want to use low sodium soy sauce here. Otherwise your dish might be too salty. If your soy sauce is not low sodium, then I recommend using half the amount, and adding more to taste at the end.
- You’ll want to eat this dish the same day, if possible. Our recipe serves 4 people, and is great with rice, or by itself. You can reheat leftovers if you want, but keep in mind it just won’t taste near as fresh!
Enjoy!
~Nichole
Lomo Saltado
Ingredients
- 16 Ounces Frozen French Fries Cooked according to package directions
- 1.5 Pounds Beef Tenderloin
- 1/4 Cup Soy Sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
- 1-2 teaspoons Sriracha
- 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
- 1 Large Red Onion
- 3 Roma Tomatoes
- 3 Cloves Garlic
- 2 Tablespoons Vegetable or Canola Oil
Instructions
- Place the beef tenderloin on a large cutting board and slice into 1/4 inch thick strips, season with salt and pepper to taste and place in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl whisk together the soy sauce, vinegar, sriracha, and cumin. Pour half of this mixture over the beef and stir to combine.
- While the beef is marinating, slice the red onions and tomatoes into chunks about 1/4-1/2 inch thick, and mince the garlic.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat.
- Add half of the beef strips to the pan and sear the meat until browned on one side, then flip and sear for 1-2 more minutes. Remove the meat to a clean plate and repeat with the remaining beef.
- Add the onions to the pan and cook, stirring constantly for 3 minutes, then add the tomatoes and garlic to the pan and cook, stirring constantly for one minute.
- Return the beef to the pan and pour in the cooked french fries, then the remaining marinade. Toss to combine. Serve immediately with rice on the side if desired.
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My family literally fought over this dish and stole French fries off each other plates. A keeper recipe for us.
I love that! Thanks for trying it! 🙂
For an authentic Peruvian Lomo Saltado you have to leave out the cumin and replace Sriracha for peruvian yellow pepper. Although this stir fry probably taste amazing we do not use this condiments in our Lomo Saltado. My uncle is well know in Peru for one of the best Lomo Saltados. He literally had people waiting in line to eat his Lomo Saltado sandwiches before he even open the doors of his restaurant, and yes sandwiches of this heavenly stir fry are another way how we eat it. A tipical Sunday breakfast will have Lomo Saltado al Jugo Sandwiches (al jugo means extra juicy) serve with fresh “peruvian” french bread and no french fries. Give it a try…Thanks for sharing a dish of one of the most incredible cuisines in the world.
I love how this sounds and looks. Such a delicious and easy family dinner option. I will definitely make this. Absolutely love the seasonings and spices you used here.
ahhhh! I’ve had lomo saltado before in a restaurant but have never made it. Such a great dish…I mean who can resist beef and fries?
What a classic dish. Love the steps and easy ingredients involved in making this flavorful dish.
OOH! I have never heard of this dish but its looks amazingly delicious so definitely I am trying my hands on it tomorrow.
The flavors in here are heaven! This is one of those recipes I know we will be making over and over again. So easy, few ingredients, and satisfied all of our cravings. Thank you for the great recipe!
This is one of my favorite dishes because it’s so cute and fun!! Including the french fries right in it makes it just feel like a party on a plate! SO easy to make, too. 🙂
I make this all the time. Do the fries in the air fryer and throw them in at the end. Exotic tastes in minutes. I marinate a few hours before band make double the sauce but otherwise stick to this recipe as is. Thanks so much for this one.
Wow! This looks a heavy food recipe for everybody. Love the color and the texture it brings out. Love this kind of recipe, will definitely try this at home.
Love the presentation. Looks like a party dish too. Flavorful and surely a family favorite too.
Hi, we tried this last night and to say it was good wouldn’t be doing justice to it. One of the best and easiest stir fry we have done.. Thanks