Carne Guisada - Dominican Beef Stew
Carne Guisada is a traditional Dominican beef stew that’s slow-cooked to tender perfection. Packed with bold flavors from a mix of spices, this hearty dish is perfect when served with rice and plantains, making it a comforting favorite in Dominican households.
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 2-3 lbs beef I used petite sirloin
- 3 tbsp Adobo I used Loisa brand
- 2 tsp onion powder
- black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp oregano
- 2 tbsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp mazola corn oil canola or vegetable oil are ok too
- 1/2 red bell pepper sliced
- 1/2 yellow or green pepper sliced
- chopped cilantro to taste
- 4 tsp tomato paste
Instructions
- Prep the beef by cutting into 1 inch pieces.
- Prep vegetables.
- In a large bowl, add beef and season with adobo, onion powder, black pepper, lime juice, soy sauce, oregano and minced garlic.
- Stir until all the ingredients are well blended. Marinate overnight or for at least 2 hours.
- In a large skillet, over medium high heat, add oil.
- Once oil is hot, add beef and cook uncovered for about 8 minutes, turning the beef halfway. Add the leftover seasoning liquid.
- Add warm water if it is drying out as you go.
- Lower to medium heat and continue to add bits of warm water if the beef is drying out.
- After about 40 minutes, add the peppers, onions and chopped cilantro. Stir well. Add tomato paste and about a 1/4 cup water. Cover and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes. Adding bits of water if its drying out.
- Now you are ready to serve! I love it with white rice and plantains, either green or yellow fried.