Carne Guisada Recipe
Carne Guisada is a savory Latin American beef stew made with tender beef chunks in a flavorful, rich gravy. This comforting dish is perfect for cozy family dinners, served over rice, tortillas, or with your favorite sides. With simple ingredients and a variety of cooking methods (stovetop, slow cooker, or Instant Pot), Carne Guisada offers a satisfying meal full of depth and warmth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours (varies with slow cooker or Instant Pot)
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop (alternatively Slow Cooker or Instant Pot)
- Cuisine: Latin American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Stew beef or chuck steak (cut into bite-sized pieces)
Neutral-flavored oil (such as peanut oil)
Onion (chopped)
Bell pepper (chopped)
Fresh garlic (minced)
Tomato (diced)
Spices: salt, black pepper, cumin, chili powder
Tomato paste
Beef broth
Flour (for thickening)
Fresh cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions
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Heat oil in a large pot and cook the chopped onion until translucent.
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Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Add beef chunks and brown on all sides.
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Stir in tomato paste, followed by the diced tomatoes. Cook for a few minutes.
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Add flour and cook through, then pour in the beef broth.
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Season with salt, black pepper, cumin, and chili powder. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 1.5-2 hours or until the beef is fork-tender.
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If the gravy is too thick, add water to adjust the consistency.
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Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve.
Notes
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For extra vegetables, you can add carrots, potatoes, or sweet potatoes.
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Spice things up with cayenne pepper or more chili powder if desired.
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Ground beef can be used for a different texture.
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This dish can be made in a slow cooker or Instant Pot for convenience.
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