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Beef Stew Recipe Puerto Rican Style

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Delicious Puerto Rican Beef Stew [Step By Step Instructions]
Delicious Puerto Rican Beef Stew [Step By Step Instructions] from meateatingmilitaryman.com

Description

Puerto Rican style beef stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter night. The stew is made with tender chunks of beef, potatoes, and carrots, all cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce flavored with sofrito and sazon.

Prep Time

The prep time for this dish is about 20 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this dish is about 2 hours.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef chuck, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon sofrito
  • 1 packet sazon
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Equipment

  • Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot
  • Cutting board
  • Sharp knife
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon

Method

  1. Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the beef and brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
  3. Add the onion, green bell pepper, and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  4. Add the tomato paste, sofrito, and sazon to the pot and stir to combine.
  5. Add the beef broth and diced tomatoes to the pot and bring to a simmer.
  6. Return the beef to the pot and stir to combine.
  7. Add the potatoes and carrots to the pot and stir to combine.
  8. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot.
  10. Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Notes

This recipe can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving. The leftovers also make a great lunch the next day!

Nutrition Info

This recipe yields about 8 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 22g
  • Fat: 16g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 600mg

Recipe Tips

  • For a thicker sauce, you can add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the beef broth before adding it to the pot.
  • If you can't find sofrito at your local grocery store, you can make your own by blending together green bell pepper, onion, garlic, cilantro, and culantro.
  • Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Enjoy this delicious and comforting Puerto Rican style beef stew with your family and friends!


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