Belizean Stew Beef

Name: Belizean Stew Beef
Prep time: PT20 minutes
Cook time: PT2 hours
Total time: PT2 hours 20 minutes
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Belize
Ingredients: 2 lbs Beef chuck roast (cut into 1.5-inch cubes); 2 tbsp Distilled white vinegar (for cleaning beef); 4 tbsp Olive oil; 1 Large onion (roughly chopped); 1 tsp Garlic powder; 1.5 tsp Sea salt (or to taste); 1 tsp Black pepper (freshly ground, or to taste); 1 tbsp Recado or annatto powder (or paprika for color); 4 cups Water (plus more as needed); 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro (chopped); 2 Potatoes (medium, peeled and diced (optional)); 1 Habanero pepper (finely chopped (optional, for heat))

A hearty and flavorful Belizean classic, this stewed beef features tender chunks of beef slow-simmered in a rich, savory gravy infused with aromatic spices and herbs. Often enhanced with the addition of vegetables like potatoes, it's a comforting and satisfying dish.

준비 시간20 minutes

조리 시간2 hours

총 시간2 hours 20 minutes

1회 제공량6

난이도Medium

원본· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
Rinse the beef chunks thoroughly with distilled white vinegar. Drain and pat dry.
💡 전문가 팁: This step helps to clean the meat and remove any gamey odors.
2
Season the beef generously with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and recado (or paprika).
💡 전문가 팁: Ensure each piece of beef is well-coated with the seasonings.
3
Heat olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches until golden brown on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
4
Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until softened, about 3-5 minutes. If using habanero, add it now and sauté for another minute.
5
Return the browned beef to the pot. Add 4 cups of water, chopped cilantro, and bring to a simmer.
💡 전문가 팁: Scrape the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned bits.
6
Cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer for at least 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender. Add more water, about 1 cup at a time, if the stew becomes too dry.
💡 전문가 팁: The cooking time will vary depending on the cut of beef.
7
If using potatoes, add them during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
8
Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. The sauce should be rich and slightly thickened.
💡 전문가 팁: Let the stew rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓For a deeper flavor, marinate the beef overnight with the seasonings.
✓If you don't have recado, paprika can be used for color, though it won't impart the same complex flavor.
✓Serve hot with white rice, rice and beans, or mashed plantains.

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Add other vegetables like carrots, bell peppers, or okra.
For a spicier version, increase the amount of habanero pepper or add a pinch of cayenne pepper.