Majadito de Carne

Ingredients

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef, cut into small cubes 500g (1.1 lb) beef, cut into small cubes
• 2 cups (400g) long-grain rice 2 cups (400g) long-grain rice
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cups (950ml) beef broth 4 cups (950ml) beef broth
• Fresh parsley, for garnish Fresh parsley, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1880 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 15g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 3g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, combine the beef cubes with cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and let it marinate for 30 minutes.
2. 2.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the marinated beef and cook until browned on all sides. Remove the beef from the pot and set aside.
3. 3.
   In the same pot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
4. 4.
   Add the diced tomatoes and red bell pepper to the pot. Cook for a few minutes until the vegetables soften.
5. 5.
   Return the beef to the pot and mix well with the vegetables.
6. 6.
   Add the rice to the pot and stir to coat it with the flavors.
7. 7.
   Pour in the beef broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 20 minutes or until the rice is cooked and the liquid is absorbed.
8. 8.
   Remove from heat and let it rest for a few minutes before fluffing the rice with a fork.
9. 9.
   Serve the Majadito de Carne hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef — Choose a tender cut of beef, such as sirloin or tenderloin, for the best results. Trim any excess fat before cutting it into cubes to ensure a leaner dish.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra burst of flavor, you can add a splash of lime juice to the dish before serving.
• If you prefer a spicier version, you can add a chopped chili pepper along with the other vegetables.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in a pan or microwave.

Serving advice

Majadito de Carne is delicious on its own but can be accompanied by a fresh salad or a side of avocado slices for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, you can sprinkle some chopped fresh parsley on top of the dish before serving. Serve it in individual bowls or on a large platter for a family-style meal.