How to Make Carne en su Jugo (Meat in its Juices) - A Step-by-Step Guide

Carne en su Jugo, or "Meat in its Juices," is a classic Mexican dish that is popular in the state of Jalisco. This hearty and flavorful dish features tender strips of beef cooked in a rich, savory broth along with bacon, beans, and fresh herbs. It is a meal that is beloved for its comforting and satisfying qualities, making it a perfect choice for a cozy family dinner or a special occasion.

The key to making Carne en su Jugo is to use high-quality beef that is tender and flavorful. Th...

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Ingredients

  • 6 slices bacon
  • 3 cups water
  • 4 fresh tomatillos, husks removed
  • 3 serrano chile peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 1 clove garlic, peeled
  • 2 pounds flank steak, cut into 1/2-inch squares
  • 1 cube chicken bouillon
  • 2 (15.5 ounce) cans pinto beans
  • ½ onion, chopped
  • 6 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 lime, cut into 6 wedges

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 20 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain bacon slices on paper towels. Crumble bacon and set aside.
  • Combine water, tomatillos, serrano peppers, and garlic in a small saucepan over medium-high heat; bring to a boil, cover, and simmer for 10 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool. Transfer contents to a blender; blend until smooth and set aside. (You can skip the simmering step and blend raw tomatillos, peppers, and garlic with water and a few pieces of browned flank steak if you like.)
  • Place a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat; cook and stir flank steak in the hot skillet until completely browned. Pour tomatillo mixture over beef and bring to a boil. Stir in chicken bouillon and reduce heat to medium. Cover the skillet and simmer until tender, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
  • Meanwhile, heat pinto beans in a saucepan over medium heat until warm; reduce heat to low to keep warm until needed.
  • Stir bacon and pinto beans into flank steak mixture; divide mixture between 6 bowls. Garnish each with onion, cilantro, black pepper, and a lime wedge.
  • Nutrition

    373 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 58mg
    • Sodium: 860mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 8g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 11mg
    • Calcium: 87mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 763mg