Recipes
Beef or Turkey Stew / Carne de res o de pavo guisada
This dish goes nicely with a green leaf lettuce and cucumber salad and a dinner roll. Plantains or corn can be used in place of the potatoes.
Ingredients
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1 pound lean beef or turkey breast, cut into cubes
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2 Tbsp. whole-wheat flour
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1/4 tsp. salt (optional)
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1/4 tsp. pepper
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1/4 tsp. cumin
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1-1/2 Tbsp. olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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2 medium onions, sliced
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2 stalks celery, sliced
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1 medium red or green bell pepper, sliced
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1 medium tomato, finely minced
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5 cups beef or turkey broth, fat removed
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5 small potatoes, peeled and cubed
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12 small carrots, cut into large chunks
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1-1/4 cups green peas
Directions
Preheat oven to 375°F.
Mix the whole-wheat flour with salt, pepper, and cumin. Roll the beef or turkey cubes in the mixture. Shake off excess flour.
In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add beef or turkey cubes and sauté until nicely brown, about 7 to 10 minutes.
Place beef or turkey in an ovenproof casserole dish.
Add minced garlic, onions, celery, and peppers to skillet and cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.
Stir in tomato and broth. Bring to a boil and pour over turkey or beef in casserole dish. Cover dish tightly and bake for 1 hour at 375°F.
Remove from oven and stir in potatoes, carrots, and peas. Bake for another 20 to 25 minutes or until tender.
