Carne Guisada I

Name: Carne Guisada I
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ tablespoon shortening; 1 ½ pounds cubed stew meat; 1 onion, chopped; 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes; 2 fresh jalapeno chile peppers, seeded and diced; 2 chopped tomatoes; ½ teaspoon ground cumin; 1 clove garlic, minced; salt and pepper to taste; water as needed

Rating: 4.19 stars

54 Ratings
45 Reviews
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A traditional Tex-Mex dish featuring beef and gravy. Serve over mashed potatoes or in tacos or flour tortillas.

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Recipe Summary

prep:

15 mins

cook:

30 mins

total:

45 mins

Servings:

Yield:

4 servings

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Directions

Step 1

Melt the shortening in a large saucepan over medium high heat. Add the meat and brown well on all sides. Add the onions and saute for 5 minutes, or until tender. Add the canned tomatoes, jalapeno chile peppers, fresh tomatoes, cumin, garlic, and salt and pepper to taste.

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Step 2

Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 30 minutes to 1 hour, or until meat is tender. (Note: If mixture is too thick, add water as needed. Or if mixture is too thin, combine some cornstarch and water and add to thicken.)

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

366 calories; protein 38.5g 77% DV; carbohydrates 12g 4% DV; fat 18g 28% DV; cholesterol 104.7mg 35% DV; sodium 314.2mg 13% DV. Full Nutrition

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BOBBYTEXAS

02/09/2004

A true tex-mex recipe If you know what carne guisada is then this is the real mcoy if you don't know this is the way to find out! Read More

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MsMonica

02/12/2011

Nahh this ain't it. Read More

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54 Ratings

5 star values: 26
4 star values: 18
3 star values: 5
2 star values: 4
1 star values: 1

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BOBBYTEXAS

02/09/2004

A true tex-mex recipe If you know what carne guisada is then this is the real mcoy if you don't know this is the way to find out! Read More

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MsMonica

02/11/2011

Nahh this ain't it. Read More

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MCAPV96

02/09/2004

I used 3 tsp. of ground cumin and 2 x-large or 3 small garlic cloves minced. Plus I added 1 tsp garlic powder. Also 1 Green Pablano Chile instead of 2 jalapenos makes this recipe child friendly. I love this recipe though! Thanks Mike Read More

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BABYACA

02/09/2004

my whole family really enjoyed this I cooked it in the pan like it said and then threw it all together in my crock pot and went Christmas shopping and after a long day we came home to the wonderful aroma and all we had to do was fix our plates. How wonderful was that??? only downfall was it wasn't as spicy as I woudl have liked so next time I will add an extra jalepeno. Read More

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Ashley

08/23/2004

Yes this was unlike any other Carne Guisada I had ever had. Much more tomatoey. But what ever you call it it is absolutely delicious. I will cook it over and over again. I served it with flour tortillas and it was a huge hit with my family. You must like tomaotes! I omited the shortening and just used Pam cooking spray. After living in South Texas for many years this was a refreshing version of Carne Guisada. Read More

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TEXASTWIGG

02/18/2003

I used this recipe as a starting point. Used about 3lbs of wild pork instead of beef 2 1/2 tsps cumin 1 tsp chili powder and a can of Rotel tomatoes & chilis instead of the fresh tomatoes. It was awesome! Note: If you omit the cumin it AIN'T Carne Guisada! Read More

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JAmEm2010

08/30/2010

I've had this dish served in Texas in many places known for Carne Guisada and this recipe doesn't even resemble it. I followed the directions to the letter but was tough and the dish on the whole was bland and runny. I tried to thicken it up some with arrowroot and water but that just made it slimy. I hate to say it but look elsewhere for a passable version of this dish; I know I shall. You just cannot get slow-cooked/braised tenderness in 30-60 mins. Read More

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CAROLINAC

01/23/2003

This is a Really good recipe! I let it simmer for about an hour and a half. But I'm sure just an hour would be ok: ) my husband and 8 year old really like it when I make this recipe! Read More

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icook

01/21/2011

One of my favorite recipes....I make this as printed and we all love it. Delicious.......updated! I just made this again and I used the can of rotel tomatoes instead of the fresh ones and I also added Chili powder and a tad bit extra cumin. I also cut up the stewed tomatoes. Thanks for posting this recipe Read More

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Nutritional Information

Carne Guisada I

Servings Per Recipe: 4
Calories: 366.4

% Daily Value *

protein: 77 %

carbohydrates: 4 %

exchange other carbs:

dietary fiber: 10 %

sugars:

fat: 28 %

saturated fat: 35 %

cholesterol: 35 %

vitamin a iu: 15 %

niacin equivalents: 118 %

vitamin b6: 60 %

vitamin c: 35 %

folate: 9 %

calcium: 6 %

iron: 29 %

magnesium: 23 %

potassium: 29 %

sodium: 13 %

thiamin: 26 %

calories from fat:

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percent of calories from protein:

percent of calories from sat fat:

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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BOBBYTEXAS

02/09/2004

A true tex-mex recipe If you know what carne guisada is then this is the real mcoy if you don't know this is the way to find out!

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MsMonica

02/11/2011

Nahh this ain't it.

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02/09/2004

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08/23/2004

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08/30/2010

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CAROLINAC

01/23/2003

This is a Really good recipe! I let it simmer for about an hour and a half. But I'm sure just an hour would be ok: ) my husband and 8 year old really like it when I make this recipe!

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01/21/2011

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