This Southwestern Simmered Beef is a comforting, rustic dish that transforms affordable bottom round roast into tender, flavorful morsels. The beef slowly breaks down in a rich, savory broth enriched with stewed tomatoes, diced green chilies, and warm spices like cumin and oregano. The result is a deeply satisfying meal with a perfect balance of heat and umami. It’s ideal for cold evenings or busy weeknights when you need something substantial yet easy to prepare. Serve it over rice, with crusty bread, or alongside roasted potatoes to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.
Southwestern Simmered Beef
Description
This Southwestern Simmered Beef is a comforting, rustic dish that transforms affordable bottom round roast into tender, flavorful morsels. The beef slowly breaks down in a rich, savory broth enriched with stewed tomatoes, diced green chilies, and warm spices like cumin and oregano. The result is a deeply satisfying meal with a perfect balance of heat and umami. It&# 226;ÂÂs ideal for cold evenings or busy weeknights when you need something substantial yet easy to prepare. Serve it over rice, with crusty bread, or alongside roasted potatoes to soak up every drop of the delicious sauce.Ingredients
Directions
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Trim excess fat from the beef and cut it into 2-inch cubes.
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Heat oil in a heavy 4-quart pot over medium-high heat.
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Brown the beef pieces in batches, ensuring they are seared on all sides. Remove and set aside if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
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Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until softened and translucent.
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Return the beef to the pot if removed, then sprinkle the flour over the mixture.
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Cook and stir for 2 minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.
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Stir in the stewed tomatoes, diced green chilies, water, oregano, and cumin.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low.
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Cover the pot and simmer for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.
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Stir occasionally and add additional water if the stew becomes too thick.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 8
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 567.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 34.0g53%
- Saturated Fat 13.6g68%
- Cholesterol 177.1mg60%
- Sodium 163.4mg7%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
- Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
- Sugars 0.0g
- Protein 59.0g118%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
Serve with a dollop of sour cream if desired.
This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
For a richer flavor, you can substitute some of the water with beef broth.
