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Beef Stew

By Miguel Ayuso Rejas

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2 Persons

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40 Minutes

Beef Stew
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Recipe Details

Course: Main Dishes

Total Time: 40 Minutes

Cooking Technique: Pressure Cook, Saute

Yield: 2 Persons

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. (500 g) veal, cut into bite-sized cubes
  • 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
  • 1 onion, finely chopped
  • 5 oz. (150 ml) chicken broth
  • 5 oz. (150 ml) red wine
  • 2 tbsp. wheat flour
  • Salt, to taste
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp. dried thyme
  • 1 tsp. sweet paprika
  • 1 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • Olive oil, as needed
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tbsp. tomato concentrate
  • 3 potatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces

INSTRUCTIONS

  1. In a bowl, mix the flour, sweet paprika, thyme, ground cayenne pepper (or another ground chili), and salt and pepper to taste. Stir well to combine, then coat the pieces of stewing meat with the flour mixture. Set aside.
  2. In another container, place the peeled and sliced carrot, and the finely chopped onion and garlic.
  3. Once you have everything ready, add some olive oil to the pot and press Sauté. Once the desired temperature displays on the panel, add the meat. Stir well and brown on all sides, which should take about 5 minutes. Remove the meat and set aside.
  4. Add a little more oil to the pot and then add the vegetables. Sauté for 5 minutes.
  5. Meanwhile, peel and cut the potatoes into bite-size pieces. When the vegetables are done, add the potatoes and the browned meat to the pot. Mix well.
  6. Add the wine, broth, and 1 tbsp of concentrated tomato paste. Heat the mixture for a few minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate.
  7. Once it reaches a boil, cover the pot, close the valve, and set to Pressure Cook for 25 minutes.
  8. After the time is up, the stew will be perfectly cooked and ready to serve. Enjoy!

About the chef

Miguel Ayuso Rejas

Miguel Ayuso Rejas

Miguel Ayuso Rejas is a seasoned journalist and food writer, currently serving as the director of Directo al Paladar, one of Spain's leading gastronomic publications. With a deep passion for food and storytelling, Ayuso blends his expertise in health, science, and society with his love for culinary arts. His work covers a wide array of topics from ancient Roman garum to the latest trends in modern gastronomy, reflecting his keen interest in cultural and historical food practices. Over the years, he has contributed extensively to the world of food writing, becoming a trusted voice in Spanish culinary journalism.

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