Uruguayan Amber Stew
A hearty stew with tender beef, sweet amber, and a hint of Uruguayan spices.
Ingredients
- β1 pound Uruguayan BeefCut into 1-inch cubes
- β2 cups AmberFresh or frozen
- β1 block TofuOptional, cut into 1-inch cubes
- β2 cups StewYour favorite store-bought or homemade stew
- β1 medium OnionChopped
- β3 cloves GarlicMinced
- β2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- β1 cup Uruguayan red wineOptional
- β4 cups Beef broth
- βto taste Salt
- βto taste Black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown the beef in batches until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch.
- 3
Remove the browned beef from the pot and set aside.
- 4
Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly.
- 6
Add the beef broth, browned beef, and salt and pepper to taste.
- 7
Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the pot and transfer it to the oven.
- 8
Bake for 2 1/2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- 9
Stir in the amber and stew, and cook for an additional 30 minutes.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs if desired.