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Mexican Beef Stew

Hearty Mexican Beef Stew for Ultimate Comfort Food Bliss

This Mexican Beef Stew, or Caldillo, is a warm, comforting dish that combines tender beef and hearty potatoes in a vibrant green salsa.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 tablespoons Oil You can substitute with vegetable oil if preferred.
  • 2 pounds Chuck Roast Trim excess fat and cut into 1-inch cubes.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Use freshly ground for better flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Essential for seasoning; can substitute with chili powder.
  • 1 medium Onion Chop finely.
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is best.
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Use cornstarch for gluten-free.
  • 3 cups Potatoes Cut into 1-inch cubes.
  • 2 cups Salsa Verde Homemade or store-bought.
  • 2 medium Roasted Poblano Peppers Diced green chiles can be used as a substitute.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Fresh or dried.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Can be left out if not preferred.
  • 2 limes Lime Wedges Use for serving.

Equipment

  • large stock pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mexican Beef Stew
  1. Heat the oil in a large stock pot over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Season the cubed chuck roast with salt, black pepper, and ground cumin. Sear the beef in batches for 4-5 minutes on each side until browned.
  3. Remove the beef and add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
  4. Sprinkle flour over the onion and garlic. Stir continuously for about 1 minute.
  5. Add cubed potatoes, salsa verde, roasted poblano peppers, and beef broth to the pot. Mix thoroughly.
  6. Stir in remaining cumin, oregano, and additional salt to taste. Bring to a gentle simmer for about 5 minutes.
  7. Cover the pot and reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer for 35-40 minutes until tender.
  8. Garnish with cilantro and lime wedges before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 40gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

You can customize the stew with additional vegetables or modify the spice levels to suit your taste. Perfect with warm tortillas!

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