Brazilian Stew recipe | South America inspired chorizo and black bean stew

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and often less expensive.

cassava flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour is gluten-free and adds a nutty flavor.

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

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

Add beef chunks and brown on all sides, about 10 minutes

Stir in chopped tomatoes, bay leaves, cinnamon, and cloves

Season with salt and black pepper to taste

Pour in enough water to cover the meat; bring to a simmer

Reduce heat to low and cover; cook for 6-8 hours until beef is tender

Remove the beef and shred it using two forks; set aside

Strain the cooking liquid, discarding solids, and return liquid to pot

Stir in cassava flour to thicken the sauce; cook for 10-15 minutes

Return shredded beef to the pot; mix well to combine

Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and lime, alongside rice

Cooking Techniques

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