Carne guisada is a traditional Latin American dish consisting of stewed beef in a flavorful sauce. It is a hearty and comforting meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. This article presents three variations of this classic dish: a traditional Colombian carne guisada, a Cuban-style carne guisada with sofrito, and a Mexican carne guisada with a blend of spices. Each recipe includes step-by-step instructions and a list of ingredients, making it easy for home cooks to prepare this delicious dish. Whether you prefer the classic Colombian version, the flavorful Cuban variation, or the spicy Mexican rendition, these recipes offer something for every palate. So gather your ingredients, grab your cooking pot, and get ready to embark on a culinary journey to savor the rich flavors of carne guisada.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
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
AUTHENTIC CARNE GUISADA
A mexican style beef stew. You can also serve this over rice or noodles, but I prefer it on tortillas like a burrito. This doubles and freezes well.
Provided by stimied
Categories Stew
Time 3h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Brown beef well in a large cast iron dutch oven, a heavy stainless steel pot can be used with good results.
- Add onion and garlic and cook until onions are translucent.
- Add stock, chili powder, comino, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 hours or until beef is very tender.
- In a separate skillet mix flour and oil together to form a roux.
- Cook over medium high heat until a dark beige color, about 5 minutes.
- Be careful not to let it burn.
- Carefully add roux to stewed beef.
- Be very careful because it can splatter.
- Bring back to a simmer and thicken, simmer for 5-10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve like a soft taco on flour tortillas with fresh cilantro, chopped onions, shredded cheese and sour cream for garnish.
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
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.
MY CLASSIC PUERTO RICAN CARNE GUISADA
This is one of Puerto Rico's favorites. My family loves it when I make this, especially my husband. I hope you enjoy it too! Because of the time it takes, this is good to make on the weekends. Buen Provecho!
Provided by Sandy
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef
Time 1h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium to high heat and saute meat on all sides until brown, about 10 minutes. Crush garlic with pepper and oregano in a mortar.
- Pour wine into skillet with beef. Add crushed garlic mixture, sofrito, salt, beef bouillon cube, and bay leaves; stir to combine and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until meat is tender, about 1 hour. If meat is not tender yet, add 1/2 cup of water and continue to cook until meat can easily be pierced with a fork.
- Stir in potatoes, carrots, olives, and tomato paste. Cook on low heat until vegetables are done and sauce thickens, about 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 567.6 calories, Carbohydrate 33.5 g, Cholesterol 120.9 mg, Fat 22.5 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 50.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 2128.6 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
CARNE GUISADA (STEWED BEEF)
Among the most recognizable dishes of my culture, carne guisada will cure what ails you. Beef is slowly braised with aromatic sofrito and tomatoes, producing a rich, delicious dish you're likely to eat too much of. For those who have lived in Puerto Rican enclaves such as New York, Philadelphia, Chicago or Orlando, Fla., this is a daily staple at cafeteria-style lunch counters, as it is on the island. You can also use this recipe to make pollo guisado, equally popular and common, simply by using chicken and adjusting the cooking time accordingly.
Provided by Von Diaz
Categories meat, soups and stews, vegetables, main course
Time 3h
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Prepare the adobo: Combine the adobo ingredients in a small bowl, or blend in a large pilón or mortar and pestle.
- Prepare the guisado: Pat meat dry and put in a medium lidded bowl or a resealable bag. Evenly coat with the adobo and let marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or in the refrigerator overnight.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large lidded, heavy-bottomed pot over high. Working in batches as needed to prevent crowding, add beef, shaking loose any additional adobo beforehand. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes, flipping often to brown evenly. Transfer meat to a clean bowl and set aside.
- Lower heat to medium, add 1 tablespoon olive oil and pour in sofrito, adding olive oil as needed if the pan is too dry. Sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until liquid has evaporated.
- Add sazón and sauté for 1 minute. Add the broth (or water), tomatoes and their juices, and bay leaves, and scrape up any browned bits using a wooden spoon.
- Nestle meat into sauce and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, then cover with a lid and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Add carrot and celery, and cook, covered, for 1 more hour, adding more water or broth if needed. At this stage, check the tenderness of the meat. It should start to get close to falling apart when pressed with the back of a spoon.
- Add potatoes and cook, covered, for 30 minutes more, until meat and potatoes are cooked through and tender.
- Adjust salt to taste, and serve on a plate or in a shallow bowl over a mound of white rice.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality beef for the best flavor.
- Brown the beef in batches to prevent overcrowding and ensure even cooking.
- Use a Dutch oven or large pot with a heavy bottom for even heat distribution.
- Don't skip the step of searing the vegetables; it adds depth of flavor to the dish.
- Use a flavorful broth or stock to add moisture and richness.
- Simmer the carne guisada for at least 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- Serve carne guisada with rice, beans, or tortillas.
Conclusion:
Carne guisada is a delicious and versatile dish that can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its tender beef, flavorful sauce, and variety of vegetables, it's a hearty and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you're a seasoned cook or just starting out, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So grab your ingredients and get cooking!
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