Beef Stew with Cuban Coffee Gravy

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 15
Beef Stew with Cuban Coffee Gravy - a hearty and flavorful dish for any day
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Prep

20 min

Cook

2 hr 30 min

Ready In

2 hr 50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb boned rump roast
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 1/2 cups strong brewed coffee
1 cup no-salt-added beef broth
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/3 cup dry red wine
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 cup taro root or 1 cup potato
1 cup sliced mushrooms
1/4 cup whole pitted dates , chopped
1 tablespoon capers
2 cups hot cooked long-grain rice
1/2 cup shredded chayotes or 1/2 cup yellow squash

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
550
Sugar
4g
Fat
24g
The Beef Stew with Cuban Coffee Gravy is a traditional Cuban dish that has become popular all over the world. The hearty stew is made with tender beef, root vegetables, and a delicious gravy full of coffee and wine. It is a perfect comfort food on a cold day or when seeking a satisfying meal. The Cuban coffee gives a unique flavor profile that enhances the taste of the beef and creates a sticky consistency. This dish is also a great way to experience the tastes and flavors of Cuban cuisine.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 325°F.
2.Sprinkle salt and pepper on beef roast, then brown the beef roast in hot oil in a Dutch oven or heavy pot.
3.Add coffee, beef broth, onion, garlic and wine in the pot. Cover and cook for about 2 hours or until the beef is very tender. Remove the beef from the pot and keep it warm. Reserve the coffee mixture in the pot.
4.Add root or potato, mushroom, dates, and capers to the coffee mixture in the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes until root/potato is tender.
5.Serve beef with the sticky gravy on top and hot, cooked long-grain rice on the side. Garnish with shredded chayotes or yellow squash.

PROS

This dish is perfect for a cold day and provides a satisfying meal full of flavor.
The blend of coffee and beef gives an interesting twist to the usual stew recipe.

It is also relatively easy to prepare with simple ingredients available in most households.

CONS

This dish can be time-consuming to prepare since it takes more than 2 hours to cook the beef to tenderness.
Additionally, the flavors may be too bold or overpowering for some palates.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is an excellent source of protein and iron that helps in developing and repairing tissues in the body. Coffee is also rich in antioxidants and caffeine which can boost alertness and concentration.

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