Carbonada

Argentinian Carbonada Recipe for 4 People

Ingredients:

• 500g beef stew meat, cubed
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 onions, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 sweet potato, peeled and diced
• 1/2 butternut squash, peeled and diced
• 1 ear of corn, kernels removed
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup canned diced tomatoes
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1/2 cup white wine
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions:

1. Brown the Beef:
   • In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
   • Add the beef stew meat and brown on all sides. Remove from the pot and set aside.
2. Saute Aromatics:
   • In the same pot, sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until softened.
3. Add Vegetables and Spices:
   • Add sliced carrots, diced potatoes, sweet potatoes, butternut squash, corn kernels, and diced bell pepper to the pot.
   • Stir in canned diced tomatoes, beef broth, white wine, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
4. Simmer:
   • Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low.
   • Cover and simmer for about 1 hour or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
5. Serve:
   • Ladle the carbonada into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
   • Serve hot and enjoy the comforting flavors of Argentinian cuisine!

Optional:

• You can add other vegetables such as peas, green beans, or squash according to your preference.

Experience the hearty warmth of Argentinian Carbonada with this delicious recipe for 4 people!