Authentic Carne Guisada with Flour Tortillas
Looking for a flavorful and comforting Tex-Mex dinner idea? This Authentic Carne Guisada is a rich, slow-simmered Mexican beef stew made with tender chunks of beef, aromatic spices, and a thick, savory gravy perfectly paired with warm homemade flour tortillas. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or preparing a cozy family meal, this easy Carne Guisada recipe is guaranteed to satisfy.
Ingredients:
3 lbs beef stew meat, cut into chunks
1 tablespoon oil (vegetable or canola)
1 onion, diced
1 green bell pepper, chopped (optional)
1 cup tomato sauce or 1 can diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon garlic powder or 3 cloves minced garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup water or chicken stock
Instructions:
1. Brown the beef: In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat oil over high heat. Add the beef stew meat, diced onion, and optional green bell pepper. Sauté until the beef is browned on all sides.
2. Add flavor: Stir in tomato sauce (or diced tomatoes), garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix well to coat the meat with seasonings.
3. Thicken the sauce: Sprinkle flour evenly over the beef mixture and stir thoroughly.
4. Simmer to perfection: Pour in water or chicken stock. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally. Add more liquid if necessary to maintain a thick, flavorful gravy.
5. Serve: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve your Carne Guisada hot with warm flour tortillas, Mexican rice, or creamy mashed potatoes.
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