Description
Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of carne guisada, a traditional Mexican beef stew that’s perfect for family dinners or special occasions. This recipe features tender beef chunks slow-cooked to perfection in a rich and savory gravy made from fresh ingredients and spices. With minimal effort and easy preparation, you can create a dish that brings everyone together around the table. Serve it over fluffy rice or in soft tortillas for a satisfying meal that’s sure to impress.
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
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Heat oil in a heavy pot over medium heat. Add onions, cooking until translucent, then add garlic until fragrant.
- Add cubed beef and brown on all sides. Stir in bell peppers until softened.
- Mix in tomato paste and diced tomatoes; cook for a few minutes.
- Sprinkle flour into the mixture, stirring well before adding beef broth and seasonings.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- 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: 390
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 80mg