Mexican Stew Recipe
Name: Mexican Stew
Cook Time: 2 hours
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Description: Great on a cold night. You can adjust the spiciness to suit your taste. Leftovers are perfect wrapped in burrito shells, although they tend to disappear quickly!
Recipe Category: Stew
Keywords: Meat, Mexican, Very Low Carbs, Less than 4 Hours
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 287.9
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2.7g
- Cholesterol: 86.2mg
- Sodium: 878.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.6g
- Fiber: 2.9g
- Sugars: 3.1g
- Protein: 38g
Ingredients:
- 2 onions
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 cup water
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1/2 cup cooked rice
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 12 oz cheddar cheese, shredded
Instructions:
- In a large simmer pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat.
- Add the steak, onions, and garlic to the hot oil. Brown the steak until nicely seared and the onions are translucent.
- Stir in water, salt, chili powder, mushrooms, and picante sauce.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium-low heat. Cover and let it simmer gently for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender.
- Serve the stew over cooked rice, and garnish each serving with a dollop of sour cream and a sprinkle of cheddar cheese.
- Optionally, this stew can also be prepared in a slow cooker for added convenience and flavor development.
Cooking Tips:
- Adjust the amount of chili powder to your preferred level of spiciness. You can start with less if you prefer a milder stew and add more gradually.
- For a richer flavor, brown the meat and onions well before adding other ingredients.
- This stew pairs wonderfully with warm tortillas or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.
Storage and Serving:
- Leftovers of this Mexican stew are delicious wrapped in burrito shells or served over nachos for a Tex-Mex twist.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your hearty and flavorful Mexican stew on a chilly evening, perfect for warming up and satisfying your cravings for Mexican cuisine! 🍲
