Description
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Carne Guisada, a traditional Mexican beef stew that’s perfect for any occasion. This comforting dish features tender chunks of beef slow-cooked in a savory gravy, infused with aromatic spices that create a delightful depth of flavor. Whether served over fluffy rice, wrapped in warm tortillas, or alongside beans, Carne Guisada is sure to be a hit at family dinners or gatherings. With simple preparation steps and minimal hands-on time, this recipe makes it easy to enjoy an authentic taste of Mexico right at home!
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
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté onions until translucent (3-4 minutes), then add garlic for an additional minute.
- Add cubed chuck steak and cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in chopped bell peppers and cook until softened.
- Mix in tomato paste and diced tomatoes; cook for another 3 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture and stir to combine; cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in beef broth and season with salt, pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a boil before reducing heat to low.
- Cover the pot and let simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg