CARNE GUISADA - SLOW COOKER (MEXICAN BEEF STEW)

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This recipe is so easy! Typically this Mexican stew is labor intensive and requires babysitting. Not this recipe, the slow cooker does all the hard work. Filled with robust flavors and fresh vegetables, this will definitely warm ya up on a cold night.

Provided by Vickie Parks

Categories     Beef Soups

Time 8h15m

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 to 2 1/2 lb beef stew meat (or beef chuck roast or beef bottom roast, cut into 1-inch pieces)
4 tsp vegetable oil
1 tsp salt taste
1 tsp black pepper
1 large white onion, peeled and cut into chunks
1 large bell pepper, deseeded and chopped (any color - green, orange, yellow or red)
1 or 2 large fresh jalapeño peppers, deseeded and diced
5 clove garlic, minced
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
3/4 tsp chili powder (or to taste - using sparingly, as it increases in heat over time)
3/4 tsp dried oregano (use mexican oregano, if you can find it)
4 Tbsp all-purpose flour
1 3/4 c low-sodium chicken broth
2 large tomatoes, diced
2 bay leaves
FOR SERVING (OPTIONAL SIDES AND GARNISHES)
1 pkg tortillas (corn or flour, your choice)
1 c crumbled queso cotija (or other mexican cheese)
1/2 c chopped cilantro
3 stalk(s) green onion (scallions), sliced

Steps:

  • 1. In a large skillet, heat 2 teaspoons oil over high heat. Add half of the meat in a single layer, season with salt and pepper, and sear on one side (about 5 minutes).
  • 2. Transfer to a 5- to 6-quart slow cooker along with remaining un-seared meat.
  • 3. In same skillet, add 2 more teaspoons oil, onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, and garlic over medium-high heat, stirring and scraping up browned bits with a wooden spoon, until vegetables are tender, 5 minutes.
  • 4. Add cumin, chili powder, oregano, and flour; cook 1 minute continuously stirring.
  • 5. Slowly pour broth into skillet, stirring until liquid is smooth, scraping up any bits stuck to the pan. Simmer 2 minutes.
  • 6. Transfer mixture to slow cooker, along with tomatoes and bay leaves. Taste, and add more salt and pepper, if desired.
  • 7. Cover and cook on Low heat setting for 8 to 10 hours. Alternatively, this can be prepared on a stovetop in a Dutch oven simmering over low heat for 2 to 2 1/2 hours. Or it can be baked in an oven at 325°F for 3 to 4 hours.
  • 8. Served the stew immediately, with a few corn tortillas for dipping or rolling in. Garnish servings (as desired) with crumbled queso cotija, chopped cilantro, or chopped green onions, if desired.

Ch Azhar rehman
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This is the best carne guisada recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and easy to make.


Shagor
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I've never made carne guisada before, but this recipe made it so easy. It turned out great!


Tweet ywy Uwwywy
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. I highly recommend it.


arif arain
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I made this carne guisada for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Roshan Kumara
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This recipe is a keeper! The carne guisada was delicious and the leftovers were even better the next day.


MDRiyad Khan
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This carne guisada is the best I've ever had! The beef was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


yurlux slodgi
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I love this recipe! It's so simple to make and the results are always delicious. I usually serve it with rice and beans, but it's also great with tortillas or mashed potatoes.


Lionel Craan
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This was my first time making carne guisada and it was so easy! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. The beef was so tender and the sauce was so flavorful.


Rwahuma Ray
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I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The beef is always fall-apart tender and the sauce is delicious. I like to serve it with mashed potatoes or rice.


Sonia Bosri
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This carne guisada was a hit with my family! The beef was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory. I served it with rice and beans, and it was the perfect comfort food for a cold night.