Chilean Beef And Vegetable Stew (charquicán)

Chilean Beef and Vegetable Stew, also known as Charquicán, is a traditional dish from Chile that is hearty, flavorful, and perfect for a comforting meal. This stew is packed with tender beef, a variety of colorful vegetables, and seasoned with aromatic spices, making it a delicious and satisfying meal.

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Chilean Beef And Vegetable Stew (charquicán)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) beef stew meat, cut into small cubes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 cup green beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup pumpkin or butternut squash, diced
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups beef or vegetable broth

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent.
  3. Add the carrots, potatoes, green beans, corn, and pumpkin or squash to the pot. Stir in the paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  4. Return the browned beef to the pot and pour in the beef or vegetable broth. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
  5. Adjust the seasoning if needed, then serve the Chilean Beef and Vegetable Stew hot, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
1 hour
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
15g

Supplies

Large pot Cutting board Knife Wooden spoon Ladle

Tools

Stovetop

Serving suggestions

Serve the Chilean Beef and Vegetable Stew with a side of crusty bread or rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a splash of red wine or aji amarillo (yellow chili pepper) paste to the stew.

Cost

$20