Mexican Alambre
Satisfy your craving for bold Mexican flavors with this sizzling Mexican Alambre recipe! This vibrant dish combines tender strips of beef sirloin or ribeye, crispy bacon, and a colorful mix of sautéed bell peppers and onions, all topped with a blanket of gooey melted mozzarella or Oaxaca cheese. Infused with garlic, a hint of Mexican oregano, and rich bacon drippings, every bite is packed with irresistible savory goodness. Serve it hot with warm corn or flour tortillas for a customizable, taco-style experience, and finish with a garnish of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime for a zesty touch. Quick to prepare and perfect for sharing, this one-pan wonder is your ticket to an authentic and mouthwatering Mexican meal!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Beef sirloin or ribeye, cut into thin strips
- 1 large Green bell pepper, diced
- 1 large Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 medium White onion, diced
- 100 grams Bacon, sliced into small pieces
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Mexican oregano (optional)
- 200 grams Shredded mozzarella or Oaxaca cheese
- 8 pieces Corn or flour tortillas
- 2 pieces Lime wedges, for serving
- 2 tablespoons Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat a large skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add the sliced bacon. Cook until crispy, then remove with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the pan.
In the same pan, add the olive oil and heat it over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Increase the heat slightly and add the beef strips to the pan. Season with salt, black pepper, and Mexican oregano (if using). Cook the beef until browned and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the beef from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add the diced onion, green bell pepper, and red bell pepper. Sauté the vegetables in the leftover juices for 5-7 minutes until they are tender but still slightly crisp.
Return the cooked beef and bacon to the pan with the vegetables. Stir everything together and cook for another 2-3 minutes to blend the flavors.
Evenly spread the shredded cheese over the beef and vegetable mixture in the pan. Reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let the cheese melt, about 3-5 minutes.
Once the cheese is melted and gooey, remove the pan from the heat. Garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve the alambre hot with warm tortillas on the side. Squeeze lime wedges over the dish for a fresh, tangy kick.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3197 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 219.7 g | 282% | |
| Saturated Fat | 84.4 g | 422% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 603 mg | 201% | |
| Sodium | 5915 mg | 257% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 133.4 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.6 g | ||
| Protein | 198.8 g | 398% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1753 mg | 135% | |
| Iron | 17.9 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 3314 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
