Carne Guisada Recipe for A Casual Get-together

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

• 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 large onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced (optional)
• 2 ripe tomatoes, diced
• 1 cup beef broth
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (for garnish)

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Toss beef cubes with flour, salt, and pepper in a bowl until evenly coated.
2. Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches, about 4-5 minutes per batch, until deep golden on all sides. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, and jalapeño for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add tomatoes and cook for 2 more minutes.
4. Return beef to the pot. Stir in beef broth, cumin, chili powder, oregano, and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1 hour 15 minutes, or until beef is fork-tender.
5. Uncover and simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes to thicken the sauce. Remove bay leaves, taste for seasoning, and garnish with cilantro before serving.