Description
Experience the comforting flavors of carne guisada, a beloved Mexican beef stew that features tender chunks of slow-cooked beef enveloped in a rich, savory gravy. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for family gatherings, casual dinners, or meal prep. With its robust spices and velvety texture, carne guisada will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings. Serve it over rice, with tortillas, or as a filling for tacos to enjoy its versatility. Prepare to savor each bite of this mouthwatering dish that brings warmth and comfort to any table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- 2 cups beef broth
- Seasonings: salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and cook until translucent. Stir in minced garlic.
- Brown cubed chuck steak in the pot on all sides. Add bell peppers and sauté until softened.
- Mix in tomato paste, then add diced tomatoes and cook briefly.
- Sprinkle flour into the mixture and stir well before pouring in beef broth and seasoning with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder.
- Bring to a boil then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Once the beef is tender, serve warm garnished with fresh cilantro.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg