Carne en su Jugo (Meat in its Juices)
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5.0
9 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
312 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Carne en su Jugo (Meat in its Juices)
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Carne en su Jugo ("Meat in its Juices") is a Mexican stew of tender beef simmered in a savory tomatillo broth with crispy bacon and comforting pinto beans.
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Ingredients
FOR THE VERDE SAUCE
- 1 pound tomatillos husked and quartered 1 medium white onion, finely chopped
- 2 Jalapeno peppers chopped
- 2 Serrano peppers chopped (optional, for extra spicy)
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- salt to taste
- 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped (divided)
FOR THE CARNE en su JUGO
- 6 lices Bacon chopped
- 1½ pounds beef chuck or stew meat sliced into bite-sized pieces (or use flank steak)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 3-4 cups low-sodium beef broth use 4 cups for soupier
- 2 cups cooked pinto beans
- Juice of 1 lime
- For Garnish: Fresh chopped cilantro, diced white onion, sliced radish, lime wedges, crumbled queso fresco, sliced avocado
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomatillo Sauce. Add the tomatillos, serrano, jalapeno, garlic, garlic, salt, and half of the cilantro to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. Set aside.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the chopped bacon over medium heat until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and set aside on a paper towel-lined plate. Leave the rendered fat in the pot.
- Season the beef pieces with salt, black pepper, and ground cumin.
- Increase the heat to medium-high and add the seasoned beef to the pot with the bacon fat. Sear 2-3 minutes per side until browned on all sides.
- Pour in the blended tomatillo verde sauce and beef broth. Stir to combine.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 30 minutes, or until the beef is tender to your liking. You can simmer longer if desired.
- Stir in the cooked pinto beans and half of the crispy bacon. Simmer for an additional 10 minutes.
- Stir in the remaining chopped cilantro and lime juice. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
- To Serve. Ladle the stew into bowls. Garnish with the reserved crispy bacon, chopped cilantro, diced onion, sliced radishes, crumbled queso fresco, and sliced avocado. Serve with lime wedges on the side.
Notes
- Nutritional information estimated without garnish.
- Simmering time can vary based on the cut of beef used, and also on the size of your cuts. Simmer up to 2-3 hours if needed for very tender beef.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
312kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
16g
(5%)
Protein
25g
(50%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
7g
(35%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
70mg
(23%)
Sodium
346mg
(14%)
Potassium
868mg
(25%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
272IU
(5%)
Vitamin C
13mg
(14%)
Calcium
46mg
(5%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 312 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 312kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 25g | 50% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 70mg | 23% |
| Sodium | 346mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 868mg | 18% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 272IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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