Bistec Encebollado
Bistec Encebollado is a savory and aromatic dish featuring thin beef steaks smothered in a generous layer of caramelized onions, often cooked in a simple tomato or pepper-based sauce. It is a beloved comfort food staple found throughout Latin America, with popular variations in countries like the Dominican Republic, Puerto Rico, and Cuba.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a high-protein, high-fat meal from the beef, with minimal carbohydrates unless served with starchy sides like rice or plantains. A typical serving provides a good amount of iron and B vitamins from the meat, with a calorie range of approximately 400-600 depending on the cut of beef and amount of oil used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 15 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Iron | 4.5 mg |
| Zinc | 7.0 mg |
| Potassium | 550 mg |
| Phosphorus | 320 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 2.5 mcg |
| Niacin (B3) | 10 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.7 mg |
| Selenium | 35 mcg |
Per 1 serving (approximately 250 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a quintessential 'plato de casa' (home-style plate) that showcases the Latin American love for transforming simple, affordable ingredients into deeply flavorful meals through slow-cooked onions. Nutritionally, the slow-cooked onions not only add sweetness but also provide prebiotic fiber and antioxidants.
