Chilate Con Carne

Ingredients

• Beef stew meat (2 pounds, cut into 1-inch cubes)
• Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
• Onion (1 large, chopped)
• Garlic (4 cloves, minced)
• Bell pepper (1 large, chopped (any color))
• Carrots (2 medium, sliced)
• Potatoes (2 medium, diced)
• Tomatoes (2 large, diced)
• Beef broth (4 cups)
• Cumin (1 tablespoon)
• Paprika (1 tablespoon)
• Salt (1 teaspoon, or to taste)
• Black pepper (1/2 teaspoon, or to taste)
• Fresh cilantro (1/4 cup, chopped)
• Lime wedges (for serving)

Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2. Add the beef stew meat and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion becomes translucent and the garlic is fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
4. Stir in the chopped bell pepper and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
5. Add the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, and diced tomatoes to the pot. Stir to combine all the ingredients well.
6. Pour in the beef broth, then add the cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir thoroughly to combine.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender.
8. Once the beef is tender, stir in the chopped cilantro and let it cook for an additional 5 minutes.
9. Serve hot in bowls, garnished with lime wedges on the side for an extra burst of flavor.