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Hearty Beef Stew

Hearty Beef Stew

Discover the rich, comforting flavors of Hearty Beef Stew with tender beef and aromatic vegetables, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds beef roast (beef round or chuck steak)
  • 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning or more to taste
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1/2 cup sofrito
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 8 ounces tomato sauce
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon achiote oil
  • 1/2 cup olives
  • 1 tablespoon capers
  • 1 pound potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and cut into bite-sized pieces
  • to taste salt and black pepper

Equipment

  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Sharp Knife and Cutting Board
  • Measuring Cups and Spoons
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Bowls and Serving Utensils

Method
 

  1. Trim the beef and cut it into 1-inch cubes, patting them dry and seasoning with adobo, salt, and pepper.
  2. Heat 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the beef in batches until golden. Remove and set aside.
  3. Reduce heat to medium and add chopped onion, bell pepper, and sofrito to the pot, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
  5. Add oregano, salt, pepper, tomato sauce, water, achiote oil, olives, capers, bay leaves, and the seared beef to the pot; stir and bring to a boil.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 30 minutes, tasting and adjusting seasoning.
  7. Add potatoes and carrots, bring to a boil again, then cover and simmer for another 30 minutes until beef is tender and vegetables are cooked.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 15mg

Notes

For extra flavor, consider adding a splash of red wine after browning the beef. Let the alcohol cook off before adding other ingredients. This stew tastes even better the next day due to flavor melding, so it's great for meal prep or leftovers. Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 6 months. Customize with different root vegetables or spice levels by choosing hotter peppers, based on your preference!
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