CARBONADA EN ZAPALLO Recipe from ARGENTINA - Cooking with Kids

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

pumpkin

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: sweet potato

Butternut squash is nutritious and sweet potatoes are often cheaper.

green beans

🥗Healthier: asparagus

💰Cheaper: frozen green beans

Asparagus is a healthy alternative, while frozen beans are budget-friendly.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is heart-healthy, while canola is often less expensive.

Cut the pumpkin in half and scoop out the seeds.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Place the pumpkin halves cut-side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30-40 minutes until tender.

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

Add chopped onions and garlic, sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Add diced beef and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Stir in chopped tomatoes, potatoes, carrots, and green beans.

Add bay leaves, thyme, salt, and pepper, then cover with water.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1-1.5 hours until beef is tender.

Remove the roasted pumpkin from the oven and scoop out the flesh, mixing it into the stew.

Serve the stew in the hollowed-out pumpkin halves, garnished with fresh herbs.

Cooking Techniques

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