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🥘 Carbonada Criolla Recipe – Traditional Argentine Beef Stew

Carbonada Criolla is a classic Argentine stew made with beef, vegetables, corn, and fruit — a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors. This comforting dish is often enjoyed during the cold months and beautifully represents Argentina’s regional cuisine.

🧂 Ingredients:

  • 500g (1 lb) beef (cubed)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion (chopped)
  • 2 garlic cloves (minced)
  • 1 red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 2 tomatoes (diced)
  • 2 potatoes (cubed)
  • 1 sweet potato (cubed)
  • 1 cup pumpkin (cubed)
  • 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or canned)
  • 1 apple or peach (optional, chopped for sweetness)
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 3 cups beef broth

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Sear the Beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot and brown the beef cubes. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add onion, garlic, and red pepper. Cook until soft.
  3. Add Vegetables: Stir in tomatoes, potatoes, sweet potato, and pumpkin. Mix well.
  4. Combine Ingredients: Return beef to the pot, season with paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  5. Simmer: Add beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and cook for 45–60 minutes until beef and vegetables are tender.
  6. Finish with Corn & Fruit: Add corn and chopped apple or peach, simmer another 10 minutes.
  7. Serve: Serve hot with crusty bread or rice.

💡 Tips:

  • Adding fruit gives the stew a unique sweet contrast — a hallmark of Carbonada Criolla.
  • For a richer flavor, use homemade beef broth.
  • Traditionally, it’s served in a hollowed-out pumpkin during holidays!

❓ FAQs about Carbonada Criolla

Q1: What does “Carbonada Criolla” mean?
A: It means “Creole Stew” — a traditional Argentine dish influenced by Spanish and indigenous cooking.

Q2: Can I use other meats?
A: Yes, lamb or chicken can be used instead of beef.

Q3: Is it spicy?
A: No, it’s mildly seasoned, focusing on natural sweetness from vegetables and fruit.

Q4: Can it be made vegetarian?
A: Absolutely! Skip the beef and use vegetable broth with beans or lentils.

Q5: How to store leftovers?
A: Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 2 months.

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