Get ready to savor the rich, authentic flavors of Crock Pot Carne Guisada, a comforting Tex-Mex classic that's perfect for any occasion. This slow-cooked beef stew features tender chunks of beef chuck roast, seared to perfection and simmered for hours in a flavorful sauce infused with cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, and a touch of heat from diced tomatoes with green chilies. With onions, bell peppers, and garlic adding layers of aromatic depth, this one-pot dish is as easy as it is delicious, thanks to your trusty crock pot. Serve it over fluffy rice or with warm, soft tortillas to soak up every last drop of the savory, smoky gravy. Perfect for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing weekend dinner, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of hearty, slow-cooked meals.
In a medium bowl, toss the beef cubes with the flour until evenly coated.
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes, working in batches if necessary, for 2-3 minutes per side, then transfer them to the crock pot.
In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add this mixture to the crock pot.
Add the diced tomatoes with green chilies, beef broth, tomato sauce, ground cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and the bay leaf to the crock pot. Stir everything together until well combined.
Cover the crock pot and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together. Stir occasionally if possible.
Remove the bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve hot over rice or with warm tortillas. Garnish with freshly chopped cilantro, if desired.
Calories |
2863 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 215.8 g | 277% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.0 g | 390% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 635 mg | 212% | |
| Sodium | 5420 mg | 236% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.8 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.7 g | ||
| Protein | 186.7 g | 373% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 294 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 27.1 mg | 151% | |
| Potassium | 3718 mg | 79% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.