THE LAVA-FOLD ALAMBRE

(Our Play on Beef Alambre with Peppers and Cheese)

THE LAVA-FOLD ALAMBRE

Ingredients: 400g Beef sirloin (strips), 100g Bacon (diced), 1 Large onion (petals), 2 Bell peppers (strips), 1 tsp Smoked paprika, 1 tsp Cumin, 1 tsp Garlic powder, 150g Mozzarella or Oaxaca cheese (grated)...

Ingredients

  • 400g Beef sirloin (strips)
  • 100g Bacon (diced)
  • 1 Large onion (petals)
  • 2 Bell peppers (strips)
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Garlic powder
  • 150g Mozzarella or Oaxaca cheese (grated)

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Fry bacon in a wide pan until the fat renders and it turns rock-hard crispy; remove.
  2. The Sear In the same pan, sear beef and onion petals on maximum heat until charred and browned.
  3. The Bloom Add peppers and spices with a 30ml splash of water; the steam will release the smoky oils and soften the peppers.
  4. The Marriage Return bacon; top the entire pan with a thick layer of cheese. Cover for 2 minutes until it forms a molten lava.
  5. The Final Flourish Serve immediately from the pan with warm tortillas and fresh lime.

Cuisine: Mexican

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