Carbonada Criolla

Beef · Argentina classic.

Ingredients

• 500g Beef
• 1 chopped Onion
• 2 chopped Carrots
• 2 chopped Potatoes
• 1 small Pumpkin
• 100g Dried Apricots
• 2 Litres Beef Stock
• To taste Salt
• To taste Pepper

Method

1. Continue cooking — Brown the Beef: In a large pot, brown the beef cubes.
2. Continue cooking — Remove and set aside. Sauté Vegetables: In the same pot, cook the onion until translucent.
3. Add ingredients — Add carrots, potatoes, and pumpkin, cooking for a few minutes.
4. Simmer — Simmer: Return the beef to the pot. Add broth and dried apricots.
5. Simmer — Season with salt and pepper. Simmer for 1-2 hours, until the beef is tender.
6. Serve — Serve: Enjoy hot, with a crusty piece of bread. Pro Tips:
7. Add ingredients — Brown the beef in batches to ensure it gets a good sear, which adds depth to the stew's flavor.
8. Serve — Adding the fruits towards the end of cooking preserves their texture and adds a subtle sweetness to the dish.

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