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Easy Slow-Cooked Carne Guisada with Rich Beef Gravy Recipe

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This classic Carne Guisada recipe features tender, slow-cooked chuck steak chunks simmered in a flavorful, rich gravy made from onions, bell peppers, garlic, tomatoes, and seasonings. It’s a comforting and easy-to-make beef stew that pairs perfectly with rice, tortillas, or mashed potatoes.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Meat and Oil

  • 2 1/2 tablespoons oil
  • 2 pounds chuck steak, cubed

Vegetables

  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 large bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 large tomatoes, diced

Seasonings and Thickener

  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

Liquid

  • 2 cups beef broth

Instructions

  1. Heat oil and sauté onions: Begin by heating the oil in a pot over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onions and cook until they become translucent, which usually takes about 4-5 minutes. This step helps build the base flavor of the stew.
  2. Add garlic: Add the minced garlic to the pot and continue cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.
  3. Brown the meat: Add the cubed chuck steak to the pot and brown it on all sides. This should take around 5-7 minutes and helps to lock in the meat’s flavor and juices.
  4. Cook bell peppers: Stir in the chopped bell peppers and cook for a couple of minutes until they soften slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Add tomato paste and tomatoes: Stir in the tomato paste and cook it for about 1 minute to enhance its flavor. Then, add the diced tomatoes and cook everything together for another 2 minutes to meld the flavors.
  6. Add flour and cook: Sprinkle the flour over the mixture and stir well to combine. Cook for 1-2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste and start thickening the gravy.
  7. Pour in beef broth and season: Gradually pour in the beef broth while stirring to prevent lumps. Add salt, pepper, ground cumin, and chili powder. Mix well to incorporate all the seasonings.
  8. Simmer: Bring the stew to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally. The meat should become tender and the gravy rich and thick.
  9. Final check: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed before serving. Serve hot with your favorite side dishes like rice, tortillas, or mashed potatoes.

Notes

  • For a thicker gravy, you can add a little more flour or let it simmer uncovered for the last 15 minutes to reduce the sauce.
  • Chuck steak is ideal for slow cooking because it becomes very tender and flavorful, but you can substitute with other stew beef cuts.
  • If you prefer a spicier stew, add additional chili powder or some chopped jalapeños.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/easy-slow-cooked-carne-guisada-with-rich-beef-gravy-recipe/