Best 4 Charquican Chilean Beef Stew Recipes
Charquican is a hearty Chilean beef stew that is made with a variety of vegetables, such as potatoes, onions, tomatoes, and carrots. It is typically flavored with cumin, oregano, and paprika, and it is often served with rice or bread. This classic Chilean dish is a staple of the country's cuisine and is enjoyed by people of all ages.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
CHARQUICAN - CHILEAN BEEF STEW
Steps:
- Toss the cubes of beef with the flour and season with salt and pepper.
- Melt the 2 tablespoons of butter in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the cubes of beef until browned.
- Add the beef stock to the skillet and bring to a simmer over low heat.
- Chop the beef jerky into small pieces and add to the beef stock and beef cubes. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- Transfer beef and beef stock to a large stockpot or slow cooker .
- Do not clean skillet. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, the chopped onion and garlic, and the aji chile pepper paste to the skillet. Sauté until the onion and garlic are soft and fragrant.
- Add the chopped squash, carrots, and potatoes and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add sautéed vegetables to the stockpot or crockpot with the beef. Simmer over low heat until beef and beef jerky are tender, about an hour and a half on the stove or about 6 hours in the crockpot. If simmering the stew on the stove, you may need to add more liquid (beef stock or water) from time to time, but stew should finish up very thick, without much broth.
- Add the lima beans and corn and simmer for 10-15 minutes more.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 521 kcal, Carbohydrate 49 g, Cholesterol 93 mg, Fiber 7 g, Protein 36 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 606 mg, Fat 21 g, ServingSize 6 servings, UnsaturatedFat 12 g
TRADITIONAL CHILEAN STEW
Hearty with red potatoes, butternut squash and cubes of tender beef, this Healthy Living stew is Chilean cooking at its best.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Home
Time 1h20m
Yield 8 servings, 1-1/2 cups each
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring potatoes, squash and broth to boil in stockpot on medium-high heat; simmer on low heat 10 min.
- Meanwhile, cook meat, onions and garlic in dressing in large skillet on medium-high heat 5 min. or until meat is browned, stirring occasionally. Add seasonings; cook 5 min., stirring frequently.
- Add to potato mixture in stockpot; stir. Simmer 30 min., stirring occasionally. Stir in mixed vegetables; simmer 10 min., stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 25 mg, Sodium 790 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 17 g
CHARQUICAN - CHILEAN BEEF STEW
Charquicán is a Chilean dish, a beef stew that is slow-cooked with squash and potatoes. It was traditionally prepared with dried beef (charqui). This version has both stewing beef and some commercial beef jerky (or make your own), which adds a nice smoky flavor and makes the stew seem more like chili (Chilean chili!) My kids love beef jerky and they love this stew. The squash falls apart as it cooks and helps to thicken the broth. You can add any vegetables you have on hand - beans and corn are common. You can make this stew in a crockpot or simmer it on the stove. In Chile, charquicán is often served topped with a fried egg.
Provided by JackieOhNo
Categories Stew
Time 2h15m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Toss the cubes of beef with the flour and season with salt and pepper.
- Melt the 2 tablespoons of butter in a heavy skillet over medium high heat. Sauté the cubes of beef until browned.
- Add the beef stock to the skillet and bring to a simmer over low heat.
- Chop the beef jerky into small pieces and add to the beef stock and beef cubes. Simmer gently for about 5 minutes.
- Transfer beef and beef stock to a large stockpot or slow cooker.
- Do not clean skillet. Add 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, the chopped onion and garlic, and the aji chile pepper paste to the skillet. Sauté until the onion and garlic are soft and fragrant. Add the chopped squash, carrots, and potatoes and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Add sautéed vegetables to the stockpot or crockpot with the beef. Simmer over low heat until beef and beef jerky are tender, about a hour and a half on the stove. (about 6 hours in the crockpot). If simmering the stew on the stove, you may need to add more liquid (beef stock or water) from time to time, but stew should finish up very thick, without much broth.
- Add the lima beans and corn and simmer for 10-15 minutes more.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, and serve over rice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 642.5, Fat 25, SaturatedFat 9.7, Cholesterol 99.8, Sodium 1163.5, Carbohydrate 66.2, Fiber 10, Sugar 7.2, Protein 42.5
CHARQUICAN- CHILEAN STEW
A hearty Chilean stew that hold a lot of versatility. A good use for leftover meat and for using whatever vegetable you have on hand. Found this on About.com. Have yet to try. Chili pepper amount will very depending on the type of pepper you use and how spicy you like it. Posted for ZWT4, South America.
Provided by Kitchen Witch Steph
Categories Stew
Time 1h25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- First, fry meat in lard or oil with the onion, corn, chile peppers, salt and oregano.
- When the onion is soft, add the potatoes, vegetables and broth.
- Let simmer until the vegetables are cooked.
- Serve with a fried egg on top of each serving.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality beef for the stew, such as chuck roast or flank steak. This will ensure that the meat is tender and flavorful.
- Use a variety of vegetables in the stew, such as potatoes, carrots, onions, and peppers. This will add color, texture, and nutrients to the dish.
- Season the stew generously with salt, pepper, and cumin. These spices will help to bring out the flavor of the beef and vegetables.
- Cook the stew over low heat for a long period of time, until the beef is fall-apart tender. This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.
- Serve the stew with a side of rice or bread, and a dollop of sour cream or yogurt.
Conclusion:
Charquican is a delicious and hearty beef stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a charquican that will impress your family and friends.
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