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BISTEC GUISADO – How to Cook this BEEFY, Easy & Delicious Recipe w/ SALSA MACHA!

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Bistec Guisado

Cultural Context

Bistec Guisado is a beloved dish in Puerto Rican cuisine, often enjoyed as a comforting family meal. It reflects the island's rich culinary heritage, combining tender beef with a medley of vegetables and spices, creating a hearty stew. Traditionally served with rice and beans, it has variations across Latin America, showcasing local ingredients and flavors, making it a versatile and cherished dish.

Puerto RicanUSCaribbeanmain
90 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
2 lbs sirloin fajitas
1/2 onion
2 garlic cloves
1 roma tomato
cilantro
beef tallow
potatoes

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive than beef.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is usually cheaper and has a higher smoke point.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: carrots

Carrots are often less expensive and provide a different flavor.

1

Cut the sirloin fajitas into 1-inch cubes, cutting with the grain and then against the grain.

2

Season the cubed meat with a savory rub before cooking.

3

Peel and cut the potatoes into thick slices for frying.

4

Slice half an onion into medium pieces, not diced but not super long either.

5

Chop the garlic cloves after removing the ends.

6

Slice the roma tomato lengthwise.

7

Heat beef tallow in a pan for frying the potatoes.

8

Add the seasoned meat to the pan and sauté, cranking up the heat to sear the meat.

9

Make a well in the meat and add the onions, sautéing them with the beef.

10

Once the onions start to soften, add the garlic to the center of the pan.

11

Add the sliced tomatoes to the pan and let them cook with the meat and onions.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

pancutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Stewed BeefBeef Stew

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