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Carne Guisada

Carne Guisada is a savory, tender beef stew beloved in Latin American cuisine. This hearty dish combines beef with potatoes and carrots, simmered in a rich, flavorful gravy, perfect for serving over rice or with tortillas.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Course Main Dish
Cuisine Latin American
Servings 4 People
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large pot or Dutch oven
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 measuring cups
  • 1 measuring spoons
  • 1 wooden spoon
  • serving dishes serving dishes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs beef stew meat
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bell peppers, diced (any color)
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 cup carrots, sliced
  • 1 14 oz can diced tomatoes with their juices
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  • Add the beef stew meat to the pot and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the beef and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and diced bell peppers; cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  • Return the beef to the pot. Add the cubed potatoes, sliced carrots, diced tomatoes (with their juices), beef broth, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  • After 1 hour, check the tenderness of the beef and adjust the seasoning as needed. If the sauce is too thick, add more beef broth or water.
  • Simmer for an additional 30 minutes or until the beef is fork-tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  • Once done, serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired. Enjoy over rice or with warm tortillas.

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of lime juice just before serving.
This dish can be made a day in advance; the flavors will develop even more overnight.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage.