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Palomilla steak is a traditional dish that brings the vibrant taste of Cuba right to your kitchen. When you think of Cuban cuisine<\/a>, classics like ropa vieja<\/a> or the Cuban sandwich<\/a>\u00a0(which is actually from Florida) might be the first to come to mind. But ask any abuela<\/em> in Havana, and they’ll tell you that palomilla steak truly captures the essence of Cuban cooking.<\/p>\n

Known for its bold flavors and simplicity, this Cuban favorite features thinly sliced steaks marinated in a zesty blend of lime juice and garlic. It’s seared in a pan until it has a juicy, tender interior and a beautifully browned crust. If you want to shake up your rotation of steak night recipes<\/a>, you can quickly whip up this palomilla steak with just a few ingredients and a hot skillet. Make a classic meal with rice and black beans, fried plantains and good Cuban bread.<\/p>\n

What is palomilla steak?<\/h2>\n

Palomilla steak, or\u00a0bistec de palomilla<\/em>, is a\u00a0traditional Cuban recipe that gets its name from the palomilla cut of beef. It’s called palomilla<\/em> because the thinly sliced and pounded-out top round or sirloin steak is said to resemble the flatness of the wings of a butterfly or moth (palomilla<\/em> is the Spanish word for a moth or small butterfly). If you can’t find a palomilla cut, get top round and slice it thin or butterfly it, and pound it to about a 1\/4-inch thickness.<\/p>\n

Palomilla Steak Ingredients<\/h2>\n