Taco with seasoned stew beef with tasty sauce is the best option for dinner. It is a family-friendly meal that is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike. Moreover, this dish is easy to make, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. With minimal prep work and hands-on cooking time, you can have a delicious meal ready to enjoy in no time.
Ah, the allure of a hearty, flavorful taco stew beef! This dish is a true comfort classic, perfect for warming both body and soul on chilly days or whenever you're craving a taste of home. With its rich, savory flavors and tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef, it's sure to become a family favorite in no time. Plus, its versatility makes it a great option for easy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings with friends. Get ready to cozy up and savor every spoonful of this deliciously satisfying stew!
What is Taco Stew Beef?
Taco seasoning infuses the beef with a delicious sauce of onion, chili, tomato, thyme, rosemary, garlic, coriander, cumin, oregano, and soy sauce, creating a robust and savory flavor profile reminiscent of classic taco seasoning. The beef in taco stew is typically slow-cooked until tender and juicy. This allows the flavors to meld and the meat to become melt-in-your-mouth delicious. The warm and comforting flavor of stew makes taco stew beef a perfect choice for chilly days or cozy nights. It’s a filling and satisfying meal that brings coziness and warmth to the table.
Taco Stew Beef Ingredients
- Beef: Beef provides a rich, meaty base for stews. Adds protein and depth of flavor. You can use the cut from the shoulder or the back.
- Tortilla for tacos: It adds a unique texture and flavor to the stew, reminiscent of traditional tacos.
- Mars onion and Onion: Both types of onions add a savory depth and a sweetness to the stew that enhances the overall flavor profile of the dish.
- Tomatoes: Tomatoes provide acidity and sweetness to balance the richness of the beef, as well as contribute to the texture of the stew.
- Lime: Use lime to add brightness and a tangy flavor to the stew.
- Chili pepper: It adds heat and spice to stews and adds depth and complexity to the flavor profile.
- Green onion: It provides a fresh and bulbous flavor that adds brightness to the stew.
- Mozzarella cheese: Mozzarella cheese adds richness and depth of flavor to stews with its melty, creamy texture.
- Thyme and Rosemary: These are herbs that add earthy and aromatic notes to the stew and enhance the overall flavor of the dish.
- Sugar and Cinnamon: They add a hint of sweetness and warmth to the stew, balancing out the savory flavors.
- Garlic and Fresh garlic: They provide a pungent and aromatic flavor that adds depth and complexity to the stew.
- Oregano: Oregano adds a savory and slightly bitter flavor.
- Cloves Coriander: Spices that add warmth and a depth of flavor to the stew and add to the overall complexity of the dish.
- Soy sauce: Soy sauce adds umami richness and depth of flavor to stews
- Wine vinegar: It adds acidity and brightness to the stew and balances the richness of the beef.
- Salt and Pepper: Essential seasonings that enhance the flavor of all the ingredients in the stew, ensuring a well-balanced taste.
How to Make Taco Stew Beef at Home?
- First, slice the tomatoes and lime, and dice the cheese and the onion.
- Add sugar, salt, pepper, and wine vinegar to the chopped onion.
- Next, slice the green onions thinly, cut the onions into strips, and slice the tomatoes and the chili peppers.
- Heat a saucepan, add sunflower oil and sauté onions. Then, add chili, a chopped tomato, thyme, rosemary, garlic, coriander, cumin, oregano, and soy sauce. Add 7 ounces (200 g) of water and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Beat the mixture in a blender, season with salt and pepper, and add the cinnamon.
- Then, heat a frying pan or saucepan, add sunflower oil, and brown the meat on all sides.
- Season with salt and pepper and add the beaten sauce. Cover with the lid and place in the oven at 284 F (140 C) degrees for 2.5 hours.
- Next, remove the meat and divide it into fibers by hand or with a fork or knife.
- Grease the tortilla with the remaining sauce and fry in a pan for 1 minute on each side.
- Assemble the tacos right in the pan: add the cheese, meat, pickled blue onions, and the rest of the tomatoes.
- Place the tacos on a plate, sprinkle with green onions, and serve with lime.
- It is better to squeeze the lime over the tacos before eating.
Chef Recipe Tips:
- The longer we simmer the meat in the oven, the softer it will be. This process can take up to 6 hours at most.
- If you want to get the maximum saturation of the meat, I recommend using beef cheeks.
How to Store Taco Stew Beef?
If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to eat, heat in the oven or microwave.
A good balanced dish for your paleo lunch, as it contains both complex carbohydrates and high-quality protein, as well as a moderate amount of fats. All these nutrients will provide you with sufficient energy levels and a feeling of satiety for several hours. Thanks to the combination of various spices, you will quickly feel full, so I can also recommend this dish to those who find it difficult to stop eating during meals and who tend to overeat. Additionally, Taco Stew Beef is suitable for you if you are aiming to gain muscle mass (ideal consumption time - lunch, post-workout). Moreover, I can recommend this dish to people with a tendency towards low hemoglobin levels, as beef contains an adequate amount of iron. The small amount of sugar and wine in the recipe does not significantly affect the overall healthiness of the dish, as the alcohol will evaporate during the cooking process, and there is indeed very little sugar in the recipe. However, if you are willing to omit sugar when preparing this dish - I will only support you in this choice.
Slice the tomatoes and lime, dice the cheese and the onion.
Add sugar, salt, pepper, and wine vinegar to the chopped onion.
Slice the green onions thinly, cut the onions into strips, and slice the tomatoes and the chili peppers.
Heat a saucepan, add sunflower oil, and sauté onions, add chili, a chopped tomato, thyme, rosemary, garlic, coriander, cumin, oregano, and soy sauce. Add 7 ounces (200 g) of water and simmer for 15-20 minutes.
Beat the mixture in a blender, season with salt and pepper, and add the cinnamon.
Heat a frying pan or saucepan, add sunflower oil, and brown the meat on all sides.
Season with salt and pepper and add the beaten sauce. Cover with the lid and place in the oven at 284 F (140 C) degrees for 2.5 hours.
Remove the meat and divide it into fibers by hand or with a fork or knife.
Grease the tortilla with the remaining sauce and fry in a pan for 1 minute on each side.
Assemble the tacos right in the pan: add the cheese, meat, pickled blue onions, and the rest of the tomatoes.
Place the tacos on a plate, sprinkle with green onions, and serve with lime.
It is better to squeeze the lime over the tacos before eating.
Calories: 520
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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When simmering your taco stew beef in the oven, patience is key for achieving that irresistibly tender texture. The longer you let it cook low and slow, the more the flavors will meld together, and the meat will become beautifully tender. For the ultimate melt-in-your-mouth experience, consider using beef cheeks, which are known for their incredible richness and succulence. And remember, don't rush the process – good things come to those who wait! So kick back, relax, and let your stew simmer away to perfection.
