Sobrebarriga

Sobrebarriga, which literally translates to 'over the belly,' is the Colombian name for flank steak, and this braised preparation is one of the most satisfying comfort food dishes in the Bogotano repertoire. The tough, flavorful flank steak is slow-braised in a sauce of beer, tomatoes, onions, and Colombian spices until it becomes so tender that it practically falls apart at the touch of a fork. The braising liquid reduces into a rich, glossy sauce that is spooned over the sliced meat. This is the kind of dish served at traditional Bogotá restaurants and fondas alongside creamy yellow potatoes, white rice, and a generous spoonful of hogao. It represents the home cooking of Colombia's highland interior, hearty, warming, and deeply satisfying on a cool Andean evening.