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Vegetables such as lettuce, tomato, and onion can also be added for extra flavor. Serve the sandwich warm and enjoy! Translation: Beef is a lean meat, containing less than 2% fat, and is usually high in nutrients, making it a very complete and essential food in our daily diet. It is rich in nutrients, providing a complete and essential food for a healthy and balanced diet, and stands out for its high-quality protein content. Properties and benefits: Beef steaks contain high-quality proteins. The sarcosine it contains helps in muscle development and maintenance. It does not provide daily energy. It contains carnitine, which helps metabolize fats, and alanine, which provides energy. It is good for post-exercise recovery due to its linoleic acid content, which aids in tissue recovery and improves muscles thanks to its antioxidant properties. The vitamins present in this type of meat are B12, which helps in the production of red blood cells, and B6, which improves the immune system. Being a source of iron, it is recommended for people with anemia. Potassium is good for the functioning of our body and hormone formation. It also contains zinc and magnesium. Magnesium contributes to protein synthesis, thus providing strength to the muscles. And zinc, thanks to its antioxidant properties, contributes to muscle growth. Nutritional value per 100 grams: Energy: 195 kcal Sodium: 63mg Proteins: 29.33g Water: 60.67g Storage and tips: Always keep it refrigerated for a maximum of 3 days. Take it out of the fridge 1 hour before cooking if you plan to use it. This will prevent them from becoming tough when cooked. In the freezer, they can be stored for up to 12 months. Recipe and uses in the kitchen: This type of beef steak is ideal for making sandwiches, such as the typical beef "pepito," and is also suitable for breading. To make an authentic beef "pepito," the first thing you need to do is sauté some garlic in a pan. Set it aside once done and add the beef steaks to the pan, just enough to brown them. If you cook them for too long, they will become dry. Take bread for the sandwich, add the steaks and the previously sautéed garlic along with a little juice. Add a slice of cheese, tomato, and arugula. Vegetables such as lettuce, tomato, and onion can also be added for extra flavor. Serve the sandwich warm and enjoy!