cancun steak and potatoes

(2 ratings)
Recipe by
Sherri Williams
Crestview, FL

My hubby always says, there is nothing better than steak and potatoes. This is my lil' mexican twist on his favorite. I had to tone down the "hot" factor because he really can't tolerate the heat like I can. I say, spice it up and serve it up to your love ones. Cooking with Passion, sw:)

(2 ratings)
yield 2 serving(s)
prep time 10 Min
cook time 15 Min

Ingredients For cancun steak and potatoes

  • 1 1/2 lb
    top sirloin steak (steak of choice)
  • 2 tsp
    oregano, dried
  • 2 tsp
    cumin
  • 2 tsp
    course ground black pepper
  • 2 tsp
    granulated garlic
  • 1 1/2 tsp
    sea salt (to taste)
  • 4 Tbsp
    olive oil, extra virgin
  • 1/2 c
    picante sauce
  • 1 sm
    red onion, sliced
  • 1/2 c
    bell peppers, sliced (color)
  • 1 md
    green chili, sliced
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp
    cilantro, chopped & divided
  • 1 1/2 c
    parboiled potatoes, sliced
  • cayenne pepper to taste (optinal)

How To Make cancun steak and potatoes

  • 1
    gather ingredients. marinate steak with ingredients 2-6 and 3 Tsbp of olive oil for at least 15 miuntes
  • 2
    add remaining olive oil to large heated grill pan or skillet. saute peppers, onion, green chili and half of the cilantro for 4-5 miuntes until veggies begin so soften.
  • 3
    add half of the picante sauce to veggies and saute for about a minute. move to indirect heat side of the pan
  • 4
    grill steak in pan for 3-4 miutes on each side or until desired doneness...add remaining picante sauce to pan.
  • 5
    meanwhile deep fry potatoes at 350 degrees for 5 minutes or unti crispy and golden brown. remove drain and season. on a hot plate, add steak top with warm picante sauce and pepper/onion mixture. lay your taters next to your steak. ENJOY!
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