**Carnitas** and **Carne Guisada** are two of the most famous Mexican stews that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. **Carnitas** is a traditional Mexican dish made with pork that is braised or roasted until it is fall-apart tender. The pork is then shredded and served with a variety of toppings, such as salsa, guacamole, and sour cream. **Carne Guisada** is a beef stew that is made with a variety of spices and vegetables. The beef is braised until it is tender and the vegetables are cooked through. Both **Carnitas** and **Carne Guisada** are typically served with rice, beans, and tortillas.
This article provides two authentic recipes for **Carnitas** and **Carne Guisada**. The **Carnitas** recipe uses a combination of pork shoulder and pork loin, which results in a dish that is both flavorful and tender. The **Carne Guisada** recipe uses a combination of beef chuck roast and beef short ribs, which results in a stew that is both hearty and delicious. Both recipes are easy to follow and can be made in a few hours. So, if you're looking for a delicious and authentic Mexican meal, give these recipes a try!
CARNE GUISADA CON PAPAS
Adapted from Adán Medrano, a Houston-based chef and writer, this steak-and-potato guisada, or stew, uses technique and time to draw out flavor from just a handful of ingredients. Beef and potatoes are centuries-old pantry essentials in South Texas, and this dish is served in homes and family-run restaurants all over the region. While many restaurants tend to cook the steak in large pieces, cutting the meat into small cubes allows the beef to soak up more flavor. The key is the Texas Mexican spice blend - black peppercorns, cumin and garlic - plus a little fresh Serrano. Serve with tortillas and an optional garnish of cilantro and chile.
Provided by Rachel Wharton
Categories dinner, meat, soups and stews, main course
Time 3h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Use a mortar and pestle to mash the garlic, minced chile, peppercorns and cumin seeds into a smooth paste. Add 1/4 cup water and mash until the paste is incorporated into the water. Transfer the mixture to a measuring cup. (Alternately, blend the garlic, minced chile, peppercorns and cumin seeds in a blender with about 1/4 cup water, occasionally scraping down the sides of the blender until very well blended, about 5 minutes.)
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium. Add half the steak and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes. Transfer the browned meat to a plate and repeat with the remaining oil and meat. Return the browned meat to the Dutch oven then add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 3 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour and 1 teaspoon salt over the beef and stir to incorporate, then add the blended garlicky liquid and just enough water to barely cover the meat (about 2 cups). Increase the heat to medium-high and use a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the Dutch oven, releasing any browned bits.
- Bring the liquid to a boil, then immediately lower the heat so that it cooks at a low simmer. Cover the pot and cook until the meat is tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
- Remove the lid and stir in the cubed potatoes. Let the guisada cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt. Divide among bowls and serve with hot tortillas, plus cilantro and sliced chile, if using.
CARNE GUISADA
Steps:
- In a large saute pan over medium heat add the cubed meat and cook until browned. Add the chopped bell pepper, onion, tomato, garlic, cumin, black pepper and 1-ounce water and stir to combine. Add 1 quart water and bring everything to a boil. Turn the heat down and add the roux. Cook the mixture until it thickens and season with salt, to taste. Transfer to a serving bowl or platter and serve.
AUNT DIDI'S CARNE GUISADA
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the meat and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned in spots but still a little red in the middle, about 5 minutes.
- Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper and stir to combine. Add the cumin, salt, and pepper and stir to combine. Stir in the tomato sauce and 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes. Serve with Mexican rice, refried beans, and warm tortillas.
- From Aunt Elsa's Kitchen
- For a thicker gravy, after cooking use a slotted spoon to transfer the meat and vegetables to a serving bowl. Combine 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour with 1/4 cup water and stir until smooth. Whisk this slurry into the gravy and simmer for 1 to 2 minutes until thickened. Pour the gravy over the meat and serve.
CARNE GUISADA
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Place meat in a deep pan at medium heat and season with salt, pepper, and garlic. Cover and simmer until meat is about 3/4 cooked. Remove all juices and set aside. Next, add 1 tablespoon of oil to meat and add onion, bell pepper, tomatoes, and potatoes. Let cook until onion is slightly browned. Add tomato sauce and juices from meat and simmer for approximately 15 minutes over low to medium heat. Serve with delicious flour tortillas and enjoy.
MOM'S CARNE GUISADA
A delicious and easy Mexican style stewed meat recipe that I got from my Mom. Sometimes I also add mushrooms and stewed tomatoes. Try serving over steamed rice, or in burritos!
Provided by B. Espinoza
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Season the meat with the garlic powder, cumin and salt and pepper to taste. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the meat and saute for 5 to 10 minutes, or until browned on all sides.
- Add the flour, stirring well, and saute for 1 more minute. Gradually add the water, making sure to crush any flour lumps. Then add the onion and green bell pepper, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.9 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 76 mg, Fat 20.6 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 22.4 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 61.9 mg, Sugar 1.2 g
RIO GRANDE VALLEY STYLE CARNE GUISADA
This TexMex beef stew recipe was adapted from the recipe used by Sylvia's Enchilada Kitchen, a popular Houston restaurant. I add one chopped jalapeno pepper with the green bell pepper (not listed below), and serve it with a mound of mexican rice (like #41167) in the bowl.
Provided by PanNan
Categories Stew
Time 2h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cube meat (about 1"), removing all fat and gristle.
- Sear meat in oil.
- Add water and cook on medium-low heat for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Toast cumin seeds in a small sauté skillet on medium-high until they begin to smoke slightly.
- Grind the hot cumin seeds with a mortar and pestle.
- Add oregano, ground toasted cumin, black pepper, salt and garlic to the meat.
- Add vegetables (bell pepper, onion and tomato) and continue to cook about 30 minutes.
- Add tomato sauce, chili powder and paprika.
- Continue to simmer for another 15-20 minutes.
- While the meat is simmering, heat 2 tbsp oil in a small sauté pan and add flour over medium-low heat.
- Stir the flour and oil constantly until the flour turns a light golden brown (roux).
- Add the roux to the meat and continue to simmer for about another 30 minutes.
- Serve carne guisada with rice and beans and flour or corn tortillas.
- Note: can speed the cooking time by using a pressure cooker.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 454.8, Fat 30.5, SaturatedFat 9.2, Cholesterol 124.2, Sodium 1170, Carbohydrate 8, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 3.3, Protein 36.9
SOUTH TEXAS CARNE GUISADA
In this recipe, chunks of lean beef are simmered with fresh tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, garlic, and Mexican seasonings to make a rich spicy gravy (guisada). Serve with warm tortillas and garnish with guacamole, sour cream, and/or cheddar cheese for awesome guisada tacos. If your gravy is too thin, whisk a 1/2 cup of the gravy with 1 tablespoon of flour and stir it back into the meat mixture; cook until the sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
Provided by RHONDA35
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Latin American Mexican
Time 1h10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Place the beef sirloin in the Dutch oven and cook until the cubes are brown on all sides, about 10 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and add the onion, red bell pepper, tomatoes, garlic, cumin, oregano, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, paprika, and water.
- Continue cooking, stirring often, until the meat is tender, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 309.4 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 80.7 mg, Fat 16.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 27.4 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 456.5 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
CARNE GUISADA
While living away from Texas for a while, my boyfriend and I grew homesick for the spicy flavors of home. We've made this recipe a few times now, and it goes really well with homemade flour tortillas. We love it over rice, too. -Kelly Evans, Denton, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 7h25m
Yield 12 servings (about 2 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker, mix first 13 ingredients and, if desired, liquid smoke. Stir in pork, potatoes and onion. Cook, covered, on low until pork is tender, 7-9 hours., Discard bay leaf; skim fat from cooking juices. Shred pork slightly with 2 forks. Serve with remaining ingredients as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 67mg cholesterol, Sodium 200mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use a combination of ground beef and ground pork.
- If you don't have chili powder, you can substitute a mixture of paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
- If you like a thicker sauce, add a tablespoon or two of tomato paste.
- Serve with your favorite sides, such as rice, beans, or tortillas.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving.
Conclusion:
Carne guisada is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of sides, and it is also a great way to use up leftover beef. Whether you are a fan of Mexican food or just looking for a new and flavorful dish to try, carne guisada is sure to please.
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