Lomo a lo Pobre (Seared Steak with Caramelized Onions, Crispy Potatoes & Runny Egg) – Authentic Chile Recipe
Santiago’s most beloved hearty plate: juicy steak crowned with sweet golden onions and runny eggs.
- Country of Origin
- 🇨🇱 Chile (South America, Americas)
- Dietary Profile
- omnivore
- Prep Time
- 15 min
- Cook Time
- 20 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Signature Staples
- Seared beef sirloin steaks, Slow-caramelized sweet onions, Golden potatoes and fried eggs, Oregano, Garlic
Ingredients for Lomo a lo Pobre (Seared Steak with Caramelized Onions, Crispy Potatoes & Runny Egg) (4 Servings)
- 1.25 lbs (or 2.5 cups) seared beef sirloin steaks, prepped into bite-sized pieces
- 1.5 cups slow-caramelized sweet onions, washed and trimmed
- 1 cup golden potatoes and fried eggs
- 1 medium onion and 3 cloves garlic, finely minced with oregano
- 1.5 tbsp traditional Chile seasoning (garlic, cracked black pepper, merkén)
- 2.5 tbsp traditional cooking oil, sea salt, cracked black pepper, and fresh citrus or herbs
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Heat oil in a wide heavy skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and oregano for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add seared beef sirloin steaks and slow-caramelized sweet onions along with garlic, cracked black pepper, merkén, searing for 8–10 minutes while tossing occasionally.
- Deglaze the pan with a splash of broth or citrus so the caramelized fond coats every bite.
- Garnish with golden potatoes and fried eggs and serve straight from the skillet.