Description
Carne Guisada is a mouthwatering Mexican beef stew that brings warmth and comfort to any dining table. This dish features tender chunks of beef simmered slowly in a rich, savory gravy infused with aromatic spices and fresh vegetables. Perfect for family gatherings or quiet nights at home, carne guisada is versatile enough to serve over rice, with tortillas, or alongside beans. Its simplicity and depth of flavor make it a favorite among both novice cooks and seasoned chefs alike. Dive into this easy-to-follow recipe and delight your taste buds with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 ½ 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
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Sauté the onions until translucent (3-4 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add cubed chuck steak and brown on all sides.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers and cook for about 2 minutes until softened.
- Mix in the tomato paste and diced tomatoes; cook for another 3 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture, stir well, and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in beef broth and season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and chili powder; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
- Cover the pot and let simmer for about 2 hours until the meat is tender.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg