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Puerto Rican Style Beef Stew

Hearty Puerto Rican Style Beef Stew for Cozy Family Dinners

Delicious Puerto Rican Style Beef Stew, a comforting dish with tender beef, veggies, and spices, perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Puerto Rican
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Beef Base
  • 2 pounds Chuck or Round Roast Substitute with pre-cut stew meat if necessary.
  • 2 tablespoons Adobo Seasoning Essential for authentic flavor.
For the Aromatics
  • 1 cup Sofrito Goya brand is recommended.
  • 1 medium Onion Slice for even cooking.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing aromatics.
For the Broth
  • 1 cup Dry Red Wine Don't skip this for the best results.
  • 1 15 oz Tomato Sauce or Paste Can substitute with fresh tomatoes.
  • 2 leaves Dried Bay Leaves Adds aromatic flavor.
  • 1 cube Beef or Chicken Bouillon Monitor saltiness for balance.
  • 4 cups Unsalted Beef Broth Main liquid component.
For the Vegetables
  • 2 medium Carrots Cut into thick rings.
  • 3 medium Diced Potatoes Maintain larger chunks during cooking.
  • 1/2 cup Pimento Stuffed Olives Optional for flavor.
For the Finishing Touches
  • 1 packet Sazon Seasoning Substitute with a mix of spices if needed.
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Essential for flavor balance.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Season the beef cubes with adobo seasoning and black pepper, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the seasoned beef in batches for 3-5 minutes, then set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add sliced onion and sofrito, cook until the onion is translucent, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. Stir in sazon seasoning, beef bouillon, dry red wine, tomato sauce, and bay leaves; bring to a rapid boil.
  5. Return the browned beef to the pot, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours.
  6. Add diced potatoes, carrots, and optional olives; cover and simmer for an additional 30 minutes.
  7. Stir in red wine vinegar, adjust seasonings, and serve hot over white rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 1000mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, follow the expert tips provided for browning, chopping, and simmering the beef stew.

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