Beef stew is one of the most popular recipes in Honduras, especially during the cold winter days. This recipe is made with beef, onion, garlic, sweet chili, carrots, potatoes, white wine, and cilantro, and is perfect for any occasion.
It is a simple, easy-to-make, hearty, and very versatile recipe that can be prepared with different vegetables such as potatoes or carrots.
It is ideal for lunch, and its versatility allows it to be served with a wide variety of side dishes.
A bit about its history
Beef stew is one of the oldest foods in Honduras, and it is believed to originate from pre-Hispanic times.
Back then, the meat was cooked in large clay pots, and vegetables and spices were added for flavor.
Over the years, the recipe has evolved, and today it can be found in all the restaurants across the country.
Preparation tips
To add an extra flavor to the beef stew, you can add a tablespoon of achiote and a little ground cumin.
Additionally, if you like it spicy, you can add a bit of jalapeño or serrano pepper to the mix.
Beef Stew
Ingredients
2 pounds of Beef cut into chunks
1 tablespoon of Oil
2 Garlic cloves, crushed
1 Diced onion
2 Carrots, cut into chunks
2 Potatoes, cut into chunks
1 Cilantro leaf
½ cup of White wine
1 tablespoon of Vinegar
1 Green sweet chili, chopped into chunks
¼ cup of Tomato paste
Salt and pepper
1 pinch of Pepper
Preparation
Step 1 : In a skillet, heat the oil and sauté the meat until browned.
Step 2 : Then, add the onion, the sweet chili, and the garlic.
Step 3 : Cook for about 5 minutes.
Step 4 : Once the onion is caramelized, add the potatoes, carrots, and cook for another 5 minutes.
Step 5 : Next, add the wine, vinegar, tomato paste, cilantro, salt, and pepper to taste.
Step 6 : Cover and cook over low heat for about 40 minutes to 1 hour, until the meat is tender.
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