Carne Guisada III

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
47%
Carne Guisada III
135 min.
6
292kcal

Suggestions

Carne Guisada III is the kind of slow-simmered comfort food that makes your whole kitchen smell like home. This rich, Puerto Rican–style beef stew is all about deep flavor: tender chunks of beef stew meat gently braised in a savory blend of tomato sauce, sofrito, adobo, sazon, and oregano. Every spoonful delivers that irresistible balance of warmth, spice, and heartiness that keeps you going back for “just one more bite.”
What makes this version especially appealing is how approachable and weeknight-friendly it feels, even with its longer cooking time. You only need a single pot, a handful of pantry staples, and a bit of patience while everything slowly melds together. The potatoes soak up the flavorful broth, turning soft and creamy, while the beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender after a gentle simmer. It’s the perfect main dish for a cozy lunch or a satisfying dinner, and it pairs beautifully with rice, plantains, or a simple salad.
On top of all that, Carne Guisada III is naturally gluten free and dairy free, making it a great option when you’re feeding a crowd with different dietary needs. With around 292 calories per serving and a balanced mix of protein, fat, and carbs, it’s as nourishing as it is delicious. If you love bold, homey flavors and the kind of meal that feels like a hug in a bowl, this Carne Guisada deserves a spot in your regular rotation.

Ingredients

  • tablespoon adobo seasoning 
  • pounds beef stew meat 
  • ounce tomato sauce canned
  • 0.3 cup sofrito sauce 
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • cups potatoes cubed peeled
  • servings salt to taste
  • 0.2 ounce sazon seasoning 
  • cup water 

Equipment

  • pot

Directions

  1. In a large pot, combine tomato sauce, sofrito sauce, sazon seasoning, adobo seasoning, oregano, and salt. Simmer over medium low heat for 5 minutes.
  2. Add meat, and cook until evenly browned. Stir in just enough water to cover meat. Cover, and simmer for about 1 hour.
  3. Add potatoes, and cook for about 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories292kcal
Protein50.24%
Fat24.33%
Carbs25.43%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.13
Glycemic Load
9.64
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
21.613043339356%

Flavonoids

Kaempferol
0.56mg
Quercetin
0.49mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:291.53kcal
14.58%
Fat:7.7g
11.85%
Saturated Fat:2.61g
16.3%
Carbohydrates:18.11g
6.04%
Net Carbohydrates:15.81g
5.75%
Sugar:4.21g
4.68%
Cholesterol:93.74mg
31.25%
Sodium:659.48mg
28.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:35.79g
71.58%
Vitamin B6:1.25mg
62.73%
Selenium:42.65µg
60.92%
Vitamin B3:11.35mg
56.74%
Vitamin B12:2.8µg
46.62%
Zinc:6.62mg
44.17%
Phosphorus:380.95mg
38.09%
Potassium:940.59mg
26.87%
Iron:4.16mg
23.12%
Vitamin C:16.46mg
19.95%
Vitamin B2:0.29mg
17.16%
Magnesium:59.93mg
14.98%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.12%
Copper:0.28mg
14.09%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.95%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.53%
Fiber:2.3g
9.19%
Folate:35.28µg
8.82%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.96%
Vitamin K:5.24µg
4.99%
Calcium:47.44mg
4.74%
Vitamin A:167.91IU
3.36%
Source:Allrecipes