Uruguayan Beef Casserole
A hearty, comforting casserole originating from Uruguay, featuring tender beef and rich flavors.
Ingredients
- ●500g Ground beef80/20 lean to fat ratio
- ●50g Intense chocolateoptional for a different twist
- ●250ml Malty beerUruguayan beer for authenticity
- ●1 Casserolepre-made casserole for this recipe
- ●250ml Beef brothhomemade or store-bought
- ●1 Onionchopped
- ●3 cloves Garlicminced
- ●20g Tomato pasteoptional for added depth
- ●2 tsp Chili powderadjust to taste
- ●to taste Salt and pepperfor seasoning
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 2
Brown the ground beef in a pan over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
- 3
Once the beef is browned, add the chopped onion and cook until softened.
- 4
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 5
Stir in the tomato paste, if using, and cook for 1-2 minutes.
- 6
Add the malty beer and beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pan to release any browned bits.
- 7
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook until the liquid has reduced by half.
- 8
Stir in the chili powder and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Transfer the casserole to the oven and cook for 20-25 minutes, or until the casserole is hot and the flavors have melded together.
- 10
If using intense chocolate, sprinkle it on top of the casserole during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
- 11
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs if desired.