Here’s a hearty Beef Stew with Rice and Guacamole recipe—a comforting, well-rounded meal with a Mexican-inspired twist:
Ingredients (Serves 4)
For the Beef Stew:
- 1 lb beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp chili powder (optional, for mild heat)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
For the Rice:
- 1 cup long-grain white rice
- 2 cups water or broth
- ½ tsp salt
For the Guacamole:
- 2 ripe avocados
- 1 small tomato, finely chopped
- ¼ small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped cilantro or jalapeño for extra flavor
Instructions
1. Make the Beef Stew
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef cubes on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and bell pepper for 5 minutes.
- Return beef to the pot. Add diced tomatoes, beef broth, paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 1–1.5 hours until beef is tender.
- Stir in chopped cilantro just before serving.
2. Cook the Rice
- Rinse rice under cold water.
- In a saucepan, combine rice, water/broth, and salt. Bring to a boil.
- Cover and reduce heat to low. Cook 15–18 minutes until rice is tender.
3. Make the Guacamole
- Mash avocados in a bowl.
- Mix in tomato, onion, garlic, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Optional: add cilantro or jalapeño for extra flavor.
4. Serve
- Plate a scoop of rice, ladle beef stew on top or to the side, and serve with a dollop of guacamole.
- Garnish with extra cilantro or lime wedges if desired.
This meal balances savory, hearty stew with fresh, creamy guacamole and a simple base of rice—it’s comforting but bright.
If you want, I can also make a one-pot version where the rice cooks in the stew for less cleanup and more flavor. Do you want me to do that?
