Description
Carne guisada, a classic Mexican beef stew, is the ultimate comfort food that warms the soul. This recipe features tender chunks of chuck steak simmered slowly in a rich, flavorful gravy made with tomatoes and spices. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy dinners, carne guisada is versatile enough to be served over rice, stuffed into tortillas, or enjoyed as a hearty burrito filling. With simple preparation steps and easily accessible ingredients, this dish is great for both novice cooks and culinary experts alike. Give this savory stew a try; it’s bound to impress everyone at your table!
Ingredients
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- 2 1/2 tablespoons oil
- 2 pounds chuck steak (cubed)
- 1 large onion (chopped)
- 1 large bell pepper (chopped)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 2 large tomatoes (diced)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping vegetables and cubing the beef.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, heat oil over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Brown the cubed chuck steak on all sides in the pot. Add chopped bell peppers and cook for another couple of minutes until softened.
- Stir in tomato paste and diced tomatoes, cooking for an additional few minutes.
- Sprinkle flour into the mixture, stir well, then pour in beef broth along with seasonings. Bring to a boil before reducing heat to low.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally until the beef is tender.
- Once cooked, serve warm garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stewing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg