Description
A heartwarming beef stew packed with flavor, perfect for chilly nights and family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef (chuck or stew meat)
- 4 medium potatoes (diced)
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup green salsa (or tomatillos blended with cilantro)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and garlic, cooking until soft and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides, sealing in those succulent juices.
- Stir in the green salsa and pour in the beef broth. Bring this beautiful mixture to a boil; the aromas will start to dance around your kitchen.
- Reduce heat to a simmer, cover, and cook for about 90 minutes until the beef is tender—imagine it melting in your mouth!
- Add the diced potatoes and cook until they are soft and flavorful, about 20 minutes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting to your personal preference—every bite should feel just right.
- Serve hot, garnished with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, adding a pop of color and freshness.
Notes
Make-Ahead: Cached leftovers can be even more flavorful. If you can’t find green salsa, roasted tomatillos blended with cilantro are a great alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 110 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg