Bistec en Salsa Verde (Steak in Green Sauce)
Thin strips of steak and tender potatoes simmered in tangy green sauce, a quick Mexican home cooking favourite.
Made with Green enchilada sauce and Corn tortillas from masa harina. Make a batch of the base first, then this takes minutes. Skip to the method
- Time35 min
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £3.79 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Put the potatoes in a pan of salted water, bring to the boil and cook for 8 minutes until just tender. Drain.
8 min - 2
Heat the oil in a large wide pan over a high heat. Season the steak with the salt and fry in 2 batches for 2 minutes each until browned. Lift out.
- 3
Lower the heat, add the onion and garlic and fry for 4 minutes until soft.
4 min - 4
Pour in your ready made green enchilada sauce (see the base recipe) and the water. Add the potatoes and simmer for 8 minutes.
8 min - 5
Return the steak and its juices and simmer for 3 to 4 minutes until the steak is cooked through and the sauce clings.
3 min 30 s - 6
Warm the corn tortillas in a dry pan. Scatter the coriander over the steak and serve with the tortillas.
Tips
- Slice the steak thinly across the grain. It then cooks in minutes and stays tender.
- Do not simmer the steak for long once it is back in the sauce, or it toughens.
- Skirt or flank steak are good alternatives, sliced thin across the grain.
Storing and freezing
Cool within 2 hours and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat gently until steaming hot all the way through.
Questions
Can I use chicken or pork?
Yes. Use chicken thigh strips or pork loin strips and simmer for 8 to 10 minutes, until there is no pink and the juices run clear.
How do I make it more filling?
Serve over rice or with refried beans. Frijoles de la olla go especially well with the tangy sauce.
Is this dish dairy free and gluten free?
Yes. It uses no dairy, gluten, egg or nuts, as long as the sauce was made with gluten free stock and the tortillas are pure corn.
More made with green enchilada sauce
Burritos Ahogados de Pavo (Smothered Turkey Burritos)
EFNFTortas de Pollo en Salsa Verde (Chicken Torta Sandwiches)
EFNFDFEnchiladas Verdes de Calabacita y Elote (Courgette and Corn Green Enchiladas)
EFNFFlautas de Res con Salsa Verde (Crispy Beef Flautas)
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