Chilean Cazuela de Vacuno with Beef, Pumpkin and Potatoes
Cazuela de Vacuno is a hearty Chilean stew featuring tender beef, pumpkin, and potatoes, simmered for 1 hour to develop rich flavors.
About This Recipe
Cazuela de Vacuno offers a hearty taste of Chilean comfort food with its rich broth and tender ingredients. This dish showcases the beauty of simmered flavors.
Why This Recipe Works
Layered Flavors: Browning the beef and cooking the vegetables in the same pot builds a depth of flavor.
Hearty Ingredients: Using root vegetables like potatoes and pumpkin adds texture and nutrition to the stew.
Simple Technique: The one-pot method makes preparation easy and cleanup minimal while allowing for rich flavor development.
Chef's Pro Tip: For even more flavor, let the stew rest for 10 minutes after cooking before serving to allow the ingredients to meld.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
40 min
Total Time
60 min
Servings
Ingredients
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Directions
- 1
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking until soft.
- 2
Add the cubed beef to the pot and brown on all sides for about 5-7 minutes.
- 3
Stir in ground cumin and paprika, cooking for an additional minute to release the spices' aroma.
- 4
Pour in the beef broth, and bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
- 5
Add diced potatoes, pumpkin, and carrot to the pot. Season with salt and pepper, then cover and cook for another 20 minutes.
- 6
Once the vegetables are tender, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
15g
carbs
50g
fiber
5g
sodium
800mg
protein
30g
calories
450
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