Ingredients:

  • 5 lbs Beef Sirloin or Tenderloin (cut into 1-inch strips)
  • 3 Tbsp Soy Sauce (for marinade)
  • 1 Tbsp Red Wine Vinegar (for marinade)
  • 1 tsp Ground Cumin
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced, for marinade)
  • 1/2 tsp Freshly ground Black Pepper
  • 3 Tbsp Vegetable Oil (divided)
  • 1 large Red Onion (cut into thick wedges)
  • 2 large Beefsteak Tomatoes (cut into thick wedges, core removed)
  • 1-2 Tbsp Aji Amarillo Paste
  • 3 cloves Garlic (thinly sliced, for stir-fry)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (roughly chopped)
  • 1 lb French Fries (pre-cooked or frozen)
  • 1 Tbsp Soy Sauce (for finishing)
  • 2 Tbsp Red Wine Vinegar (for finishing)
  • 2 Tbsp Beef Broth (optional)
  • Cooked White Rice (for serving)

Instructions:

  1. Marinate the Beef: In a bowl, combine beef strips with the initial marinade ingredients (3 Tbsp Soy Sauce, 1 Tbsp Vinegar, Cumin, 2 cloves minced Garlic, Pepper). Toss well. Set aside for at least 15 minutes while you prep other items.
  2. Prepare Fries: Cook the French fries according to package directions or recipe instructions until golden and crisp. Keep warm.
  3. High-Heat Sear (The Wok Toss): Heat the wok over very high heat until just smoking. Add 2 Tbsp of oil. Sear the beef in small batches (do not crowd the pan!) until browned on the outside but still slightly pink inside. Remove beef immediately and set aside.
  4. Aromatics & Vegetables: Add the remaining 1 Tbsp of oil to the wok. Sauté the sliced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the onion wedges and Aji Amarillo paste. Stir-fry vigorously for 1 minute until onions soften slightly but retain texture.
  5. The Tomato Toss: Add the tomato wedges. Stir-fry for only 30-45 seconds. They must hold their shape!
  6. Deglaze & Combine: Return the seared beef to the wok. Immediately pour in the finishing sauce ingredients (1 Tbsp Soy Sauce, 2 Tbsp Vinegar, Beef Broth). Stir constantly for 30 seconds to coat everything and let the sauce reduce slightly.
  7. Fold & Finish: Remove the wok from the heat immediately. Stir in the cooked French fries and half of the fresh cilantro. Toss gently to coat the fries in the sauce without making them soggy.
  8. Plate Up: Serve immediately over a bed of fluffy white rice, garnished with the remaining fresh cilantro.