PORTUGUESE BEEF STEW RECIPE

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork can be more economical.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white wine

Grape juice offers a non-alcoholic option, while white wine is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has similar health benefits, while vegetable oil is often cheaper.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth without the heat of cayenne.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add chopped onion and garlic paste; sauté until translucent.

Stir in diced beef, browning on all sides.

Add chopped tomato, green pepper, and tomato purée; mix well.

Add bay leaves, cumin seeds, paprika, and chilli flakes; stir.

Add mix veggies and cubed potato; season with salt to taste.

Cover and cook until beef is tender and flavors meld, stirring occasionally.

Garnish with fresh chopped coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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