Mom's Carne Guisada

Bite-sized chunks of round steak are sauteed with cumin and garlic, then simmered in flour-thickened sauce with onions and bell peppers. Good over rice, noodles, or in burritos.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 296 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• ⅛ cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• salt and pepper to taste
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 onion, sliced
• 2 pounds round steak, cut into bite size pieces

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.