Bistec Encebollado (Cuban Steak and Onions)
Thinly sliced New York strip steak is seasoned with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, then paired with abundant onions, minced garlic, sofrito, white vinegar, olive oil, and beef broth. The result is a richly seasoned steak-and-onion dish with savory depth and a gentle tang, suited to a comforting family dinner and commonly enjoyed across Cuba and other Caribbean islands.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Bistec Encebollado (Cuban Steak and Onions), not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 39
- Heart Health
- 67
- Metabolic
- 20
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a small bowl. Sprinkle over steak slices on all sides to season. Transfer the steak to a resealable plastic bag and add sliced onions, vinegar, and onion powder. Move the steak around to combine it with the marinating ingredients. Seal the bag and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the steak and onion mixture; cook and stir until the steak is browned and the onions are soft, 4 to 6 minutes. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.
- 3
Add beef broth, sofrito, and garlic to the skillet and cook over medium heat until the garlic is golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Return the steak and onions to the skillet, cover, and simmer over low heat until the onions and steak are cooked through, about 15 minutes.
- Calories 313.14 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 28.13 g Good Source 56%
- Carbohydrate 12.35 g 4%
- Total Fat 16.79 g High 22%
- Saturated Fat 4.41 g High 22%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 75.98 mg High 25%
- Sodium 203.42 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 1.8 g Low Source 6%
- Total Sugars 0.33 g --
- Added Sugars 0.11 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 70.34 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 2.23 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 577.65 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 1.5 mcg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin C 0.71 mg Low Source 1%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Bistec Encebollado (Cuban Steak and Onions) is made with 13 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Beef Broth, Black Pepper, Garlic, and Garlic Powder. Each serving provides about 313.14 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Bistec Encebollado (Cuban Steak and Onions) made of?
- The main ingredients are Beef Broth, Black Pepper, Garlic, Garlic Powder, Minced Garlic. The full list of 13 is above.
- How long does it take to make Bistec Encebollado (Cuban Steak and Onions)?
- About 35 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 313.14 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Bistec Encebollado (Cuban Steak and Onions) easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 13 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Bistec Encebollado (Cuban Steak and Onions) healthy?
- Bistec Encebollado (Cuban Steak and Onions) has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 313.14 calories and 28.13 g of protein, or 56% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 203.42 mg (9% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.41 g (22% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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