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Hilachas Guatemala Stew Recipe

A traditional Guatemalan stew made with shredded beef, potatoes, and a rich tomato-based sauce.
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Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 2 hrs
Total Time 2 hrs 30 mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Guatemalan
Servings 6 servings
Calories 350 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Ingredients:  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Beef brisket shredded
  • 4 cups Water
  • 2 Potatoes peeled and diced
  • 1 cup Tomato sauce
  • 1 cup Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Black pepper

Instructions: 

  • 1. In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add the beef brisket. Cook until tender, about 1.5 hours.
  • 2. Remove the beef, let it cool, and shred it using two forks.
  • 3. In the same pot, add the potatoes, tomato sauce, onion, garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook until the potatoes are tender, about 20 minutes.
  • 4. Add the shredded beef back into the pot and simmer for another 10 minutes.
  • 5. Serve hot with rice or tortillas.

Notes:

This dish is a staple in Guatemalan cuisine and is perfect for a hearty meal.

Nutrition value:

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Keywords:

Keyword Beef, Stew
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