Baked Falso Conejo Beef Cutlets with Garlic and Oregano

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Falso Conejo, or 'fake rabbit', is a Bolivian comfort dish featuring tender beef cutlets marinated in garlic and oregano, baked to juicy perfection. This latin american-inspired beef ready in about 85 minutes pairs sliced into cutlets beef sirloin steak, minced garlic cloves, dried oregano for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 70 min Cook: 15 min Serves 3 Latin American cuisine 420 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a shallow bowl, soak 2 slices of crustless white bread in 1/4 cup milk until soft, about 5 minutes. Mash into a paste.
  2. Step 2: In a medium bowl, combine 12 oz beef sirloin cutlets, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 3 tbsp olive oil, and the soaked bread paste. Mix well to evenly coat the beef.
  3. Step 3: Cover and marinate the beef mixture in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to meld.
  4. Step 4: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Sear each beef cutlet for 1-2 minutes per side until browned.
  5. Step 5: Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes until the beef is cooked through and tender.
  6. Step 6: Remove from the oven and let rest 5 minutes before serving with your choice of sides.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Baked Falso Conejo Beef Cutlets with Garlic and Oregano take to make?

Total time is about 85 minutes (70 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Baked Falso Conejo Beef Cutlets with Garlic and Oregano?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep minced garlic cloves from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Baked Falso Conejo Beef Cutlets with Garlic and Oregano?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Baked Falso Conejo Beef Cutlets with Garlic and Oregano for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 3 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 3). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Baked Falso Conejo Beef Cutlets with Garlic and Oregano?

Latin American beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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