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Carne Guisada

Savory Carne Guisada That Will Warm Your Heart

This Carne Guisada is a comforting and rich beef stew, perfect for cozy nights and meal prep.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Course Beef Recipes
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot or Dutch oven

Ingredients
  

For the Meat

  • 2 pounds beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes

For the Base

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil for browning
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 medium tomatoes chopped

For the Broth

  • 2 cups beef broth homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup water

For the Spices

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 piece bay leaf
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste

Optional Add-ins

  • 1 cup bell peppers chopped
  • 1 cup carrots chopped

Instructions
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Carne Guisada

  • Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  • Brown the beef chuck cubes for about 5-7 minutes, turning occasionally.
  • Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.
  • Incorporate chopped tomatoes, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
  • Sprinkle in cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper; mix thoroughly.
  • Add beef broth and water, stirring to combine and deglazing the pot.
  • Add the bay leaf and tuck it into the liquid.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer.
  • Let simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Add optional bell peppers and carrots about 30 minutes before finished cooking.
  • Adjust seasoning before serving, remembering to remove the bay leaf.

Notes

This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg
Keyword beef stew, Carne Guisada, Comfort Food, easy cooking, Family Recipe, meal prep
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