Puntas De Filete A La Nortena Recipe

Name: Puntas De Filete A La Nortena
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Sauce; 1/2 cup unsalted butter; 1/2 cup olive oil; 4 medium onions, halved, sliced on diagonal; 15 serrano chilies, seeded, cut into thin strips; 6 medium tomatoes, finely chopped (about 2-1/2 lb.); salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste); Beef; 1 lb bacon, finely chopped; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 4 lbs filet of beef, cut into 2x1/2-inch strips; Garnish; 4 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded, cut into thin strips; 3/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped; tortilla

Servings: persons

Sauce
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup olive oil
4 medium onions, halved, sliced on diagonal
15 serrano chilies, seeded, cut into thin strips
6 medium tomatoes, finely chopped (about 2-1/2 lb.)
salt & freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Beef
1 lb bacon, finely chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1 medium onion, finely chopped
4 lbs filet of beef, cut into 2x1/2-inch strips
Garnish
4 fresh jalapeno peppers, seeded, cut into thin strips
3/4 cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
tortilla

1
Prepare sauce: Heat large heavy skillet over medium-high heat for 6 minutes. Add butter and oil. Stir in onions and chiles. Cook, stirring frequently, until onions are golden, about 15 minutes. Add tomatoes and sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Heat, stirring occasionally, to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until sauce thickens and fat rises to surface, about 30 minutes. Skim off fat.
2
Prepare beef: Heat large heavy skillet over medium-high heat 15 minutes. Add bacon and fry until crisp. Remove to paper towels to drain. Add oil to skillet. Stir in onion and saute until light brown, about 5 minutes. Add beef and brown on all sides, about 8 minutes. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Remove beef and keep warm.
3
Add sauce to onion in skillet. Stir in bacon. Cook over medium heat about 5 minutes.
4
To serve, divide beef among serving plates or place on platter, top with sauce, and sprinkle with jalapenos and cilantro. Serve with ot flour or corn tortillas.

2584

kcal

Calories

208

Fat

Carbs

164

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Sauce, 1/2 cup unsalted butter, 1/2 cup olive oil, 4 medium onions, halved, sliced on diagonal, and more.

Yes, Puntas De Filete A La Nortena falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Puntas De Filete A La Nortena

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