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How to Make Carne Guisada I - A Step-by-Step Guide

Carne Guisada, or "stewed meat," is a flavorful and satisfying Mexican beef stew that is perfect for feeding a crowd or for enjoying as a comforting weeknight meal. This classic dish is known for its rich, savory flavors and tender chunks of beef that are simmered to perfection in a flavorful sauce. Carne Guisada is a popular dish in many Mexican households, and there are countless variations of the recipe, each one showcasing the cook's unique blend of spices and seasonings.

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Ingredients

  • ½ tablespoon shortening
  • 1 ½ pounds cubed stew meat
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
  • 2 fresh jalapeno chile peppers, seeded and diced
  • 2 chopped tomatoes
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • water as needed

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Melt the shortening in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Add the meat and brown well on all sides. Add the onions and saute for 5 minutes, or until tender. Add the canned tomatoes, jalapeno chile peppers, fresh tomatoes, cumin, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste.
  • Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until meat is tender. (Note: If mixture is too thick, add water as needed. Or if mixture is too thin, combine some cornstarch and water and add to thicken.)

    • Nutrition

    366 cal.

    • Total Fat: 18g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 105mg
    • Sodium: 314mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 12g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 7g
    • Protein: 39g
    • Vitamin C: 21mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 1021mg

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    Soup recipes
    Stew recipes
    Mexican recipes
    Beef recipes
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