Carne Guisada (Stewed Beef) |
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Prep Time: 20 Minutes Cook Time: 50 Minutes |
Ready In: 70 Minutes Servings: 8 |
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Ingredients:
2 lbs beef round steak, cut into 1-2 inch cubes |
1 onion, minced |
1 green pepper, chopped |
2 garlic cloves, crushed |
1 tablespoon fresh oregano, leave finely chopped |
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro leaves, finely chopped |
1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves, finely chopped |
1 carrot, peeled and sliced |
1 celery rib, sliced |
1 bay leaf |
2 tablespoons tomato paste |
1 beef bouillon cube, maggi |
2 tablespoons vegetable oil |
salt and pepper |
1 cup water |
Directions:
1. - dissolve the beef bouillon cube (Maggi) in about 3 tbs of hot water.
2. - dissolve the tomato paste in about 1/2 cup of hot water.
3. - marinate the beef cubes for at least 3 hours in the following:.
4. - garlic, grated onion, oregano, cilantro, parsley, dissolved beef cube and tomato paste.
5. - remove beef pieces, save marinade for later use.
6. - heat oil to high temperature (around 425 degrees F) and brown beef cubes on all sides.
7. - reduce oil temperature to medium and add the carrot, celery, bay leaf and green bell pepper and cook for about 3 minutes.
8. - add the reserved marinade.
9. - cover and simmer for 20 minutes.stir frequently.
10. - Add the rest of the water and taste for salt and pepper and adjust if needed.
11. - Continue to simmer for 30 minutes longer. (beef cubes should be very tender).
12. - serve it hot with boiled white rice.
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