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Colombian Beef Stew Recipe (Carne Guisada)
Transform your dinner into a Colombian feast with this delectable Colombian Beef Stew! Savor the juicy beef, soft potatoes, and a flavorful spice blend, topped with a unique avocado-cilantro sauce, a sure win over your dinner table.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 15 mins
Servings: 8 Servings
Calories: 293 kcal
Course:
Soup
Cuisine:
South American
Ingredients
For the Carne Guisada
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 1/4 pounds stew beef
- 3 cups chopped ripe tomatoes about 4 tomatoes
- 2 cups chopped yellow onion about 2 medium onions
- 4 tablespoons minced garlic
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground cayenne pepper
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 pound baby red potatoes cut into uniform bite-sized pieces
For the Creamy Avocado-Cilantro Sauce
- 1/2 of a large ripe avocado
- Juice of half of one lime
- 1/2 cup cilantro leaves and stems
- 1 scallion green onion
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Heat the oil in a 5-quart or larger Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Once the oil is shimmering, add the beef in a single layer and let it cook undisturbed until it browns and releases easily from the bottom of the pan (3-5 minutes). Turn the beef and repeat the process to brown on each side.
- Add the chopped tomato and onion to the large pot. Toss well and use a wooden spoon to scrape the browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add the garlic, cumin, and cayenne pepper, and cook for 30 seconds.
- Pour the beef broth and vinegar into the pot and allow the contents of the pot to come to a boil. Turn the heat down to low, cover, and simmer until the beef is tender (90-120 minutes).
- Add the potatoes and cook, uncovered, over medium heat for 30-60 minutes until the potatoes are tender.
- Meanwhile, prepare the creamy avocado-cilantro sauce by placing the avocado, lime juice, cilantro, scallion, and salt into the bowl of a small food processor or blender. Pulse a few times, then slowly add the olive oil and continue to process until creamy and smooth.
- Serve the stew warm, topped with the creamy avocado-cilantro sauce.
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Notes
- Store Colombian Beef Stew in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze it in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.
- To reheat, thaw overnight in the fridge if frozen, then warm on the stove over medium heat until heated through. If necessary, add a bit of water or broth to adjust consistency. Reheating in the microwave is also feasible; do it in intervals, stirring occasionally, until thoroughly warm.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
293kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
18g
(6%)
Protein
20g
(40%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
3g
Monounsaturated Fat
9g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Cholesterol
44mg
(15%)
Sodium
152mg
(6%)
Potassium
783mg
(22%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
626IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
19mg
(21%)
Calcium
47mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8Servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 293
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 293kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 20g | 40% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 44mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 152mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 783mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 626IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 19mg | 21% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.