Guisado De Bistec Con Papas

Jun 01, 2023June 1, 20230 11

Guisado De Bistec Con Papas: A Traditional Mexican Comfort Food Recipe

by The Chefin Mexican

Prep

20 min

Cook

40 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	3 -4 dried ancho chiles
	1 cup boiling water
	1/2 onion , coarsely chopped
	1 teaspoon chicken bouillon powder
	1 lb chuck steak , cut in 1-inch strips
	3 -4 medium potatoes , peeled and cut in 1-inch cubes
	salt and pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

460

Sugar

Fat

26g

Guisado De Bistec Con Papas is a traditional Mexican dish that is enjoyed as a comforting meal during colder months, or any time you need a satisfying meal to warm you up. As Mexico is known for its flavorful cuisine, this dish does not disappoint with its blend of spices, dried chiles, onions, and juicy steak. The use of potatoes provides balance to the dish and makes it a complete meal on its own, but it can also be served with rice or tortillas.

Instructions

1.	Heat a skillet over medium heat. Add dried ancho chiles and toast for 1-2 minutes per side until fragrant. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
2.	Cut off the stem of the chiles, remove the seeds, and place chiles in a blender along with boiling water, chopped onion, and bouillon powder. Blend until smooth.
3.	In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the steak strips over medium-high heat. Season with salt and pepper.
4.	Once the steak is browned, add the cubed potatoes to the pot and pour the chile sauce over them. Stir gently to combine.
5.	Cover the pot and reduce heat to medium-low. Allow to simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are cooked through and the steak is tender. Serve hot with your favorite tortillas or rice.

PROS

Guisado De Bistec Con Papas is a hearty and filling dish that will satisfy your hunger and your taste buds.

Its combination of steak and potatoes is a classic comfort food in Mexico and beyond.

CONS

This dish can be a bit high in calories and fat due to the use of steak, but it can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet if eaten in moderation.

Some people may find the ancho chiles to be too spicy, so adjust the amount of chiles to your liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains a good source of protein from the steak and potatoes.
Ancho chiles are a good source of vitamins A and C which are important for immune function and overall health. They also contain capsaicin which has been shown to have anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving effects.