Best Carne Gisada Con Papas Meat Potatoes Recipes

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CARNE GUISADA CON PAPAS



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Adapted from Adán Medrano, a Houston-based chef and writer, this steak-and-potato guisada, or stew, uses technique and time to draw out flavor from just a handful of ingredients. Beef and potatoes are centuries-old pantry essentials in South Texas, and this dish is served in homes and family-run restaurants all over the region. While many restaurants tend to cook the steak in large pieces, cutting the meat into small cubes allows the beef to soak up more flavor. The key is the Texas Mexican spice blend - black peppercorns, cumin and garlic - plus a little fresh Serrano. Serve with tortillas and an optional garnish of cilantro and chile.

Provided by Rachel Wharton

Categories     dinner, meat, soups and stews, main course

Time 3h

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 Serrano chile, minced, plus additional sliced Serrano for garnish (optional)
15 whole black peppercorns
1/4 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 1/2 pounds bottom round steak or beef chuck, fat trimmed and meat cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large white onion, halved and sliced 1/4-inch thick
1 1/2 teaspoons all-purpose flour
Kosher salt
2 medium waxy potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
Warmed corn or flour tortillas, for serving
Fresh cilantro leaves, for garnish (optional)

Steps:

  • Use a mortar and pestle to mash the garlic, minced chile, peppercorns and cumin seeds into a smooth paste. Add 1/4 cup water and mash until the paste is incorporated into the water. Transfer the mixture to a measuring cup. (Alternately, blend the garlic, minced chile, peppercorns and cumin seeds in a blender with about 1/4 cup water, occasionally scraping down the sides of the blender until very well blended, about 5 minutes.)
  • Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium. Add half the steak and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 8 minutes. Transfer the browned meat to a plate and repeat with the remaining oil and meat. Return the browned meat to the Dutch oven then add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until translucent, about 3 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the flour and 1 teaspoon salt over the beef and stir to incorporate, then add the blended garlicky liquid and just enough water to barely cover the meat (about 2 cups). Increase the heat to medium-high and use a wooden spoon to scrape the bottom of the Dutch oven, releasing any browned bits.
  • Bring the liquid to a boil, then immediately lower the heat so that it cooks at a low simmer. Cover the pot and cook until the meat is tender, 1 1/2 to 2 hours.
  • Remove the lid and stir in the cubed potatoes. Let the guisada cook, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are tender and the sauce has thickened slightly, about 15 minutes. Season to taste with salt. Divide among bowls and serve with hot tortillas, plus cilantro and sliced chile, if using.

CARNE CON PAPAS



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An old fashioned Cuban dish, with tender succulent meat and potatoes bursting with flavors. It is definitely a pleaser for any meat and potatoes fan.

Provided by HEATHERMUNOZ

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Caribbean

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 15

½ green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
½ small white onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, crushed
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon salt, divided
⅛ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons achiote powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes
2 white potatoes
1 cup white wine
4 cups water
6 cubes beef bouillon

Steps:

  • In a blender, combine green pepper, onion, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon cumin and salt. Pulse, while pouring 1/8 cup olive oil through top of blender. Blend until smooth; set aside.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in pressure cooker on medium heat. Saute green pepper mixture for 1 minute, then stir in achiote powder and 1 teaspoon cumin. Cook for 1 minute, then stir in tomato sauce. Return to a simmer, then add beef; let simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in potatoes, then pour in wine and water. Drop in the bouillon cubes. Bring to a boil, and cook for 1 minute; add water, if necessary, to cover.
  • Cover with lid of pressure cooker. Following manufacturer's directions, cook under 15 pound pressure for about 30 to 45 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 611.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.4 g, Cholesterol 131.7 mg, Fat 35.3 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 44.5 g, SaturatedFat 12.1 g, Sodium 1463.5 mg, Sugar 5 g

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