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Mexican Beef Stew

Savor the Warmth: Mexican Beef Stew for Cozy Nights

Experience the essence of comfort with this hearty Mexican Beef Stew, featuring tender chuck roast, earthy potatoes, and vibrant salsa verde.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 tablespoons Oil Vegetable or olive
  • 2 pounds Chuck Roast Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin Plus more for seasoning
  • 1 large Onion Chopped
  • 4 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh preferred
  • 2 tablespoons All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with cornstarch
  • 1 pound Potatoes Cubed
  • 1 cup Salsa Verde Homemade or store-bought
  • 1 cup Roasted Poblano Peppers Or canned green chiles
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Homemade recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano Dried or fresh
  • to taste Cilantro Optional for garnish
  • as needed Lime Wedges For serving

Equipment

  • Large stock pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Mexican Beef Stew
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large stock pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  2. Season 2 pounds of chuck roast with salt, pepper, and cumin, then sear in batches for 3-4 minutes on each side until browned.
  3. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until onions are translucent.
  4. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of flour over the mixture, stirring for 1 minute to form a roux.
  5. Stir in 1 pound of potatoes, 1 cup of salsa verde, and poblano peppers, then pour in 4 cups of beef broth and stir well.
  6. Mix in remaining cumin, oregano, and additional salt, then bring to a gentle simmer and cook uncovered for about 35 minutes.
  7. Ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh ingredients and adjust seasoning to taste.

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