Best 8 Beef Steak Ranchero Recipes

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Indulge in the tantalizing flavors of Beef Steak Ranchero, a delectable Mexican dish that captures the essence of bold and rustic cooking. Originating from the vibrant region of Jalisco, Mexico, this hearty dish showcases tender beef steak simmered in a rich and flavorful ranchero sauce, a symphony of tomatoes, chiles, and aromatic spices. Served with warm tortillas, rice, or beans, Beef Steak Ranchero promises an explosion of tastes and textures that will leave you craving more. This versatile dish can be easily customized to suit your taste preferences, with variations including the use of different cuts of steak, the addition of vegetables, or the adjustment of spice levels. Explore the diverse recipes presented in this article, ranging from classic Beef Steak Ranchero to innovative takes on this beloved dish, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the vibrant spirit of Mexican cuisine.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BISTEC RANCHERO CON PAPAS



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When you need a delicious dinner in a hurry, I've got you covered with these tasty Bistec Ranchero! This recipe for steak & potatoes only has a handful of ingredients and is ready in under 30 minutes.

Provided by Ana Frias

Categories     Main Dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup vegetable oil
2 medium russet potatoes or 3 smaller potatoes (thinly sliced)
1 lb breakfast steak or any other thin steak (thinly sliced)
1 garlic clove (chopped)
1/2 medium white or yellow onion (thinly sliced)
1 chile Anaheim, jalapeño or serrano peppers (see note 1) (remove seeds for less spicy dish)
3 Roma tomatos
4 oz Tomato sauce
1/2 tsp kosher salt or more to taste
1/4 tsp black ground pepper or more to taste
1 cup water (or more if needed while cooking)

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, add the oil and heat over medium-high heat. Cook the potatoes and spread them on the skillet to cook evenly. Cook for about 5 minutes or until cooked through and golden brown.
  • Remove from the skillet and place in paper towels to drain oil. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
  • In same skillet, remove carefully most of the oil, only leaving about two tablespoons behind.
  • Over medium heat, cook the beef & garlic until the meat is almost all cooked through. About 4 minutes.
  • Add the onions and peppers and cook until onions start to soften. About 2 minutes. If this mixture is starting to dry, add about 1 cup of water.
  • Add the tomatoes, tomato sauce, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes.
  • Once the tomatoes are soft, add the potatoes and mix well. Cover the skillet with a lid and simmer on low heat for about 5 minutes to blend all of the flavors together.
  • Taste and add salt & pepper to see if it needs more.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 420 kcal, Carbohydrate 22 g, Protein 25 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 157 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 4 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g

STEAK RANCHERO



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Many Tex-Mex restaurants offer a dish similar to this Steak Ranchero. Some slice the meat into strips or cut it into cubes, and some serve it like in this recipe, with the steak whole and covered with the sauce. I'm sure you've seen this dish before when eating out at Mexican places.

Provided by Mely Martínez

Categories     Beef     Main Course

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 Pound Rib Eye steak* (2 steaks, each 1/3 or ½ - in. thick)
1 Large garlic clove or 2 small garlic cloves**
6 peppercorns
2 tablespoons of water
Salt to taste
2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
½ large medium white onion (sliced)
2 jalapeño peppers or 4 Serrano peppers (sliced)
4 Large Plum tomatoes (cut into slices)
1/3 cup beer (pale lager)

Steps:

  • Grind the garlic and peppercorns in your molcajete until you have a fine paste. Add the 2 tablespoons of water and stir. Rub this paste all over the steaks and season with salt.
  • Heat the oil in a large skillet (make sure the skillet is big enough for the two steaks). Once it is hot, add the steaks and cook for about 3 minutes per side.
  • Add the onion and peppers to the skillet and cook for 3 more minutes, until the sliced onion starts looking transparent. Stir to make sure everything is cooking evenly.
  • Now, place all the tomato slices on top of the meat, as shown in the picture. Cover the skillet and let it cook for about 5 minutes. After this time, the tomatoes will start releasing their juices. Pour in the beer, season with salt, and keep cooking for 5 more minutes, stirring from time to time. Serve with fried beans, rice, and warm corn tortillas.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 8 oz, Calories 649 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Protein 47 g, Fat 46 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, Cholesterol 138 mg, Sodium 128 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g

STEAK RANCHERO



Steak Ranchero image

Steak Ranchero is a beefy, Mexican masterpiece, full of flavor and so deserving of a place on your next meal plan!

Provided by Kelly Anthony

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 1/2 teaspoons Kosher salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 pound ribeye, strip, or sirloin steak
3 tablespoons avocado or canola oil, separated
1/2 white onion, cut into 1/4" slices
4 jalapenos, stems and seeds removed, sliced lengthwise
1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine Kosher salt, black pepper, cumin, garlic powder, and paprika. Set aside until ready to use.
  • On a work surface, pat away the excess moisture from the steak using a paper towel. Drizzle the steak with 1 tablespoon of oil and sprinkle with half of the seasoning mixture. Set the remaining seasoning aside. Rub the oil and seasoning all over to the steak until coated.
  • Add 2 tablespoons of oil to a large frying pan over medium-high heat and allow to come to temperature. Sear for 3 without jostling or moving, turn and sear 2 minutes more. Transfer the steak to a plate and set it aside.
  • Add the sliced onions and jalapenos to the pan and stir. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring often until softened. Stir in the diced tomatoes (as well the juices), tomato sauce, a 1/4 cup of water, and the remaining seasoning mix.
  • Nestle the steaks back in the pan and reduce the heat as necessary to maintain a gentle simmer. Simmer for 10-12 minutes, turning the steaks halfway through.
  • Remove the steaks from the sauce and slice against the grain, if desired. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389 kcal, Carbohydrate 13 g, Cholesterol 69 mg, Protein 26 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 2030 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 8 g, UnsaturatedFat 17 g, ServingSize 1 serving

RANCHERO BEEF STEW



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Provided by Debra Creed-Broeker

Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Olive     Pepper     Tomato     Vegetable     Stew     Back to School     Bon Appétit     Missouri

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, cubed
2 medium carrots, cubed
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1 15-to 16-ounce can stewed tomatoes
1 cup canned beef broth
1 4-ounce can diced green chilies
1/2 cup sliced pimiento-stuffed green olives (about 2 1/2 ounces)
2 tablespoons dried oregano
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Heat oil in heavy large Dutch oven over high heat. Season beef with salt and pepper. Add to Dutch oven; sauté until brown, about 5 minutes. Add onion, carrots, and garlic; sauté 5 minutes. Add tomatoes, broth chilies, olives and oregano. Bring to simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until beef is tender, about 1 hour. Uncover; simmer until juices thicken, about 10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in cilantro.

RANCHERO GRILLED STEAK WRAPS



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Flat iron steak is a lean cut of beef so take care not to overcook it. The ancho chili-mayonnaise sauce give the meat a nice smoky flavor. -Patricia Harmon, Baden, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 dried ancho chiles
2 cups boiling water
3/4 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon honey
1 beef flat iron steak or top sirloin steak (1 pound)
Salt and pepper to taste
4 fat-free flour tortillas (8 inches), warmed
1 medium ripe avocado, peeled and diced
1 cup shredded reduced-fat Mexican cheese blend
1 cup torn romaine
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Place chiles in a small bowl. Cover with boiling water; let stand for 5 minutes. Drain. Remove the stems, seeds and skins. Finely chop and place in a small bowl. Stir in the mayonnaise, cilantro, lime juice, garlic and honey; set aside., Season steak with salt and pepper to taste. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 135°; medium, 140°; medium-well, 145°)., Spread 3 tablespoons of ancho mayonnaise over each tortilla. Thinly slice steak across the grain; divide evenly among tortillas. Top with avocado, cheese, romaine, tomatoes and onion. Roll up.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655 calories, Fat 40g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 879mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

STEAK RANCHEROS



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Great rancheros sauce in which beef cutlets are sauteed. Serve over rice as these are very saucy and the sauce is amazing. Alternatively can serve sauce over grilled steak.

Provided by Vicki in CT

Categories     Steak

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 ounces chopped tomatoes (canned)
1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 onion
2 serrano peppers, stem removed
2 jalapenos, stem removed (use less if you don't like things too spicy)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro
2 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon chipotle hot sauce
salt and pepper
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
4 (1/4 lb) cube steak

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients except oil and beef in blender or food processor until very smooth. It will be a thin sauce.
  • Heat oil in skillet until very hot. "Fry" the sauce stirring constantly. Beware of splatters. Cook down about 10 minutes.
  • Place steaks in pan with sauce and cover with sauce. Place lid on skillet. Simmer on medium covered about 15-25 minutes until cooked through. Periodically can spoon more sauce over meat.
  • Serve over rice. I particularly like Goya's Spanish Rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.9, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 69.2, Sodium 249.4, Carbohydrate 4.4, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.3, Protein 25.8

STEAK RANCHERO



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Everyone in my family loves the recipe and I'm sure yours will too! Easy to make and very delicious!

Provided by samantha farmer

Categories     Steaks and Chops

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 6

family pkg beef steak
dash(es) what ever seasonings you like for your steak
1/2 large onion (yellow/white/red)
2 large anehiem green chilis
3-4 medium roma tomatoes
optional medium lime

Steps:

  • 1. Cut the steak into whatever size cubes work for your family Place the steak in a med-lg skillet on the stove Season with salt, pepper, garlic, onion powder, lil chili powder, and whatever else tickles your fancy
  • 2. Cook over medium heat While meat starts to cook you can cut your veggies Cut the green peppers and onions into sm-med size squares Place in a bowl to the side Cut tomatoes into med-lg cubes Place in a bowl to the side
  • 3. Once the meat is mostly cooked, drain the excess liquid from the pan Toss the onions and peppers in with the meat Continue to cook till meat is done
  • 4. By this time the onions and peppers should be getting a lil softer Throw in the tomatoes Reduce heat and cover Simmer for 3-5mins
  • 5. Once the tomatoes have cooked down and formed a lil sauce in the bottom of the pan your dinner is ready!
  • 6. Served with spanish rice, refried beans, and corn or flour tortillas. Optional: Top dish with a fresh squeezed lime!

BEEF STEAK RANCHERO



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My husband asked me to make his steak ranchero style, so naturally I went to Zaar to look up a recipe and to my surprise there was none. Well, I've fixed that! Here is one adapted from Del Monte!

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Steak

Time 18m

Yield 2 cups topping, 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (14 1/2 ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained (or use 1 1/2 cups fresh if desired)
1 garlic clove, crushed
2 -3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
1 cup cooked kidney bean (or beans of choice)
1/3 cup sliced green onion
1 teaspoon jalapeno pepper, chopped (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro (optional)
2 tablespoons chopped parsley (optional)
1 lb beef steak
2 cups hot cooked rice

Steps:

  • Mix tomatoes, garlic, lime juice, cumin, beans, green onions, jalapeno and cilantro in bowl; set aside.
  • Season meat with salt and pepper, if desired. Cook over hot coals (or broil) 3 to 5 minutes per side or until done as desired.
  • Slice meat thin and top with tomato mixture.
  • Serve over rice and garnish with lime wedges and additional cilantro, if desired. Enjoy!

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use high-quality beef steak. Look for a steak that is well-marbled and has a good amount of fat.
  • If you don't have time to marinate the steak, you can still make this dish. Just skip the marinating step and cook the steak as directed.
  • Be careful not to overcook the steak. The steak should be cooked to your desired doneness, but it should still be tender and juicy.
  • Serve the steak with your favorite sides. Some good options include rice, beans, tortillas, or salad.

Conclusion:

Beef steak ranchero is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The steak is marinated in a flavorful mixture of spices and herbs, then cooked until tender and juicy. The steak is then served with a tangy ranchero sauce. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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