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Mom's Carne Guisada

By: Brenda Espinoza

"A delicious and easy Mexican style stewed meat recipe that I got from my Mom. Sometimes I also add mushrooms and stewed tomatoes. Try serving over steamed rice, or in burritos!"

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What to Drink?
	Tempranillo
	Beer

Prep Time:
10 Min

Cook Time:
20 Min

Ready In:
30 Min

Servings (Help)

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Original Recipe Yield 8 servings

Ingredients

2 pounds round steak, cut into bite size pieces
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/8 cup all-purpose flour
2 cups water
1 onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper, chopped

Directions

Season the meat with the garlic powder, cumin and salt and pepper to taste. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Add the meat and saute for 5 to 10 minutes, or until browned on all sides.
Add the flour, stirring well, and saute for 1 more minute. Gradually add the water, making sure to crush any flour lumps. Then add the onion and green bell pepper, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.