Valdiviano Island Delight

Ingredients

In this adaptation, the traditional Valdiviano recipe is enhanced with Christmas Island ingredients such as coconut milk and lemongrass. These additions bring a tropical twist to the dish, creating a unique fusion of flavors that is characteristic of Christmas Island cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for Valdiviano, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) beef, cubed 500g (1.1 lb) beef, cubed
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, diced 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 tomatoes, diced 2 tomatoes, diced
• 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed 2 potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 carrot, sliced 1 carrot, sliced
• 1 cup coconut milk 1 cup coconut milk
• 2 cups beef broth 2 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemongrass, minced 1 tablespoon fresh lemongrass, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 420 kcal / 1760 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 15g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 20g, 5g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. 2.
   Add the beef cubes 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 bell peppers, tomatoes, potatoes, and carrot to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5. 5.
   Return the beef to the pot and pour in the coconut milk and beef broth.
6. 6.
   Stir in the tomato paste, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, lemongrass, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
7. 7.
   Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
8. 8.
   Serve the Valdiviano Island Delight hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Lemongrass — To release the aromatic oils, bruise the lemongrass stalk with the back of a knife before mincing it.
• Coconut milk — Shake the can of coconut milk before opening to ensure the cream and liquid are well combined.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier version, add a chopped chili pepper to the pot.
• Serve the Valdiviano Island Delight with steamed rice or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.
• Feel free to add other vegetables such as zucchini or corn for added variety.
• Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
• This dish tastes even better the next day, as the flavors continue to develop.

Serving advice

Serve the Valdiviano Island Delight in deep bowls, allowing the aromatic steam to waft up and entice your guests. Garnish each serving with fresh cilantro for a pop of color and added freshness.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, sprinkle a pinch of paprika on top of each serving. Serve the Valdiviano Island Delight alongside a slice of lime for a tangy burst of flavor.