Carne Guisada
Why You’ll Love This Carne Guisada Recipe:
This classic Carne Guisada beef stew is a hearty, flavor-loaded comfort dish made with tender beef chunks simmered in a rich, savory gravy. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or family dinners and delivers restaurant-style Tex-Mex flavor at home.
Benefits:
Protein-rich and satisfying meal
One-pan comfort food recipe
Budget-friendly beef stew option
Perfect with rice, tortillas, or mashed potatoes
Great for meal prep and leftovers
Deep, slow-simmered flavor in under an hour prep
Ingredients:
2 pounds beef top sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch chunks
4 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Salt and black pepper to taste
2–3 tablespoons cooking oil
1 onion, chopped
3–4 garlic cloves, minced
1 bell pepper, chopped
2 cups beef broth
1 cup tomato sauce or diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
Optional: paprika, oregano, or bay leaf for deeper flavor
Coat the beef: Toss beef chunks with flour, salt, and pepper. This helps thicken the gravy and adds flavor.
Brown the meat: Heat oil in a large skillet or pot and sear the beef until nicely browned on all sides.
Build the flavor base: Add onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until softened and fragrant.
Create the sauce: Pour in beef broth and tomato sauce. Stir in cumin and chili powder.
Simmer until tender: Cover and simmer on low heat for 45–60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fork-tender and the gravy is rich and thick.
Adjust and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot.
Best Ways to Serve Carne Guisada
This homemade Carne Guisada is incredibly versatile:
Over steamed white or brown rice
With warm flour or corn tortillas
Spoon over mashed potatoes
Inside tacos or burritos
With roasted vegetables for a balanced plate
