Carne con Papas Riquísima Cubana | Beef and Potato Stew

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is lower in fat, while pork is often less expensive than beef.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while vegetable oil is a more budget-friendly option.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes are more nutritious, while yams can be less expensive.

tomato sauce

🥗Healthier: pureed tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Pureed tomatoes are fresher, while canned tomatoes are often cheaper.

Cut beef into chunks and season with salt, black pepper, and cumin.

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

Add seasoned beef and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove beef and set aside; in the same pot, add chopped onions and bell peppers.

Sauté until onions are translucent, about 4-5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Return beef to the pot and add tomato sauce, water, oregano, and bay leaves.

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

Simmer for 1.5-2 hours, stirring occasionally, until beef is tender.

Peel and cube potatoes, then add to the pot after beef is tender.

Cook for an additional 20-30 minutes until potatoes are soft.

Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.

Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.

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