Carne Con Papas (Cuban Beef Stew)

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken and pork are often more affordable and leaner options.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil offers health benefits while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

green olives

🥗Healthier: capers

💰Cheaper: pickles

Capers provide a similar briny flavor, while pickles are often less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lower in calories and can be made easily at home.

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

Add chopped onion and green pepper; sauté until softened.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add cubed beef and brown on all sides.

Mix in tomato sauce, tomato paste, paprika, cumin, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper.

Pour in water and vino seco; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat until the beef is tender.

Add chopped potatoes, carrots, and olives; stir to combine.

Continue cooking until potatoes are fork-tender.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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