Pan Con Bistec
Pan Con Bistec is a classic Cuban sandwich that combines thinly sliced, marinated steak with other flavorful ingredients, celebrated for its harmonious blend of flavors and textures.
Equipment
- Meat Tenderizer
- Baking sheet
- Oven
- Frying pan or skillet
- Knife
- Cutting board
- Spatula or Tongs
Ingredients
- 2 lbs filet mignon, tenderized to 1/3 of an inch
- 2 take and bake French bread loaves
- Lysanders meat rub
- Olive oil
- 1 small onion
- 1 beefsteak tomato
- Pixie sticks, potato chips
Instructions
- Season the tenderized filet mignon with Lysander meat and rub evenly on both sides.
- Let the meat sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Drizzle olive oil on the take-and-bake bread. Cut a slit in the middle of each loaf to allow the dough to breathe.
- Bake the bread in the oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
- While the bread is baking, heat a pan with olive oil over medium heat.
- Slice the onion into long strands and sauté in the pan until they become translucent and slightly caramelized.
- Add the seasoned steak to the pan and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side or until browned to your preference.
- Remove the steak from the pan and let it cool slightly before slicing.
- Take the bread out of the oven and let it cool for a few minutes. Slice each loaf in half lengthwise.
- Assemble the sandwich by layering the sliced steak, tomato slices, and sautéed onions on the bread.
- Top the sandwich with a generous amount of Pixie Sticks potato chips for added crunch.
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Notes
- Meat Thickness:Ensure the filet mignon is evenly tenderized to about 1/3 of an inch. This thickness allows for quick cooking while retaining tenderness.
- Seasoning:Feel free to adjust the amount of Lysanders meat rub according to taste. You can also add additional spices like garlic powder or cumin for extra flavor.
- Bread Crispiness: If you prefer a crunchier exterior, consider baking the bread a few minutes longer. Just be careful not to burn it.
- Onion Cooking:For a sweeter flavor, caramelize the onions longer over low heat. This adds a nice contrast to the savory steak.
- Pixie Sticks Potato Chips: These add a unique and playful crunch to the sandwich. If unavailable, substitute with regular thinly sliced potato chips or leave them out for a more traditional texture.
- Calories: 800-1000
- Protein: Approx. 60g
- Carbohydrates: Approx. 50g
- Fat: Approx. 40g
- Sodium: Approx. 600mg
- Fiber: Approx. 3g