The BEST Mexican Style Chunky Beef & Potato STEW Dinner Recipe| Guisado de Res con papas

beef chuck

🥗Healthier: lean beef

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is often less expensive and can provide similar flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is generally less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

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

Season beef chuck with salt and black pepper, then add to the pot.

Sear the beef until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.

Add chopped onions and garlic to the pot; sauté until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in diced tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.

Return the beef to the pot and add beef broth, cumin, oregano, and bay leaves.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Simmer for 1.5-2 hours until the beef is tender.

Add diced potatoes and carrots to the pot; stir to combine.

Cover and continue to simmer for an additional 30-40 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Remove bay leaves before serving.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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