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Delicious Carne Guisada With Homemade Flour Tortillas Recipe

Carne Guisada with Homemade Flour Tortillas

This carne guisada recipe is not only comforting but also incredibly easy and quick to make, making it a perfect choice for a weeknight meal or a special occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Carne Guisada
  • 2 lb beef chuck
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 2 tomatoes diced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 bay leaves
For the Flour Tortillas
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp lard or shortening
  • 3/4 cup warm water

Equipment

  • Large Pot
  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Step 1: In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and brown on all sides.
  2. Step 2: Add the diced onion, garlic, and bell pepper to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and bay leaves.
  4. Step 4: Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beef is tender. Adjust seasoning as needed.
  5. Step 5: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution.
  6. Step 6: Add the lard or shortening and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  7. Step 7: Gradually add warm water, mixing until a dough forms. Knead for about 5 minutes until smooth.
  8. Step 8: Divide the dough into 8 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball. Let rest for 15 minutes.
  9. Step 9: On a floured surface, roll out each ball into a thin circle.
  10. Step 10: Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook each tortilla for about 1 minute on each side, until lightly browned and cooked through.

Notes

Store any leftover carne guisada in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. The flavors will deepen as it sits, making it even more delicious the next day!