Bistec de Palomilla, or Cuban-style Steak as it is colloquially called, is one of the definitive dishes of Cuban cuisine. While growing up in New Jersey, most of Vito’s classmates and their families had newly arrived from Cuba. After school, it was a very special treat to be asked to stay for dinner at friends’ homes when their mothers would make Bistec de Palomilla for dinner. Elegant and delicious, it’s the go-to main course when dining in a Cuban restaurant.
Vito has such wonderful memories of having this dish at friends’ homes and associates it with real Cuban home cooking. While every family had their own recipe for Bistec de Palomilla, we humbly offer you oue own take on this Cuban classic for you to cook and eat at home with family and friends. Rather than frying the beef, we prefer and recommend grilling it. Enjoy with black bean sauce, fried plantains or boiled yucca and we predict it will become a favorite at your house.
Prep Time: 20 minutes, Total Time: 1 hour plus marinating time* Serves: 4
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