SHORT RIBS STEW WITH YUCA | by Chef by Night

cassava

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Sweet potatoes provide similar texture and flavor with added nutrients.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork can be more economical.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: vinegar

💰Cheaper: lemon juice

Vinegar can add acidity without the cost of fresh limes.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and garlic; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced beef; brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes and bell peppers; cook until softened, about 4-5 minutes.

Pour in water and add bay leaves; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook for about 1 hour until beef is tender.

Add peeled and chopped cassava; cook for an additional 30-40 minutes until cassava is soft.

Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste.

Stir in chopped cilantro and lime juice before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with green onions.

Cooking Techniques

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