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Quick Carne Guisada
70% authentic · Mexican-American
A simplified and faster version of Carne Guisada, using pre-cut stew meat and fewer spices for a weeknight-friendly meal that still captures the essence of the classic dish.
Ingredients
- Stew beef1.5 lbs
- Olive oil1 tbsp
- Onion1 medium
- Garlic powder1 tsp
- Beef broth3 cups
- Tomato paste2 tbsp
- Potatoes1.5 lbs
- Carrots2 medium
- Cumin0.5 tsp
- Saltto taste
- Black pepperto taste
- Wateras needed
Steps
- 1
Cut stew beef into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- 2
Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef pieces on all sides. Remove beef and set aside.
- 3
Add chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 4 minutes.
- 4
Stir in tomato paste and cumin. Cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Return beef to the pot. Add beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.
- 6
Add peeled and cubed potatoes and carrots. Add water if needed to ensure vegetables are mostly submerged. Cover and simmer for another 20-25 minutes, or until vegetables and beef are tender.
- 7
Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.
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