Carne de Panela

Carne de Panela is a flavorful Brazilian beef stew that showcases tender meat simmered with aromatic spices and vegetables. This hearty dish is perfect for a cozy meal, bringing the essence of Brazilian BBQ to your table.

Ingredients

• Beef chuck - 500 grams
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, sliced
• Tomato - 1 medium, diced
• Beef broth - 250 ml
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Bay leaf - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until translucent.
3. Cut the beef chuck into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and cumin.
4. Increase the heat to high and add the beef to the pot, browning on all sides.
5. Stir in the chopped bell pepper, sliced carrot, and diced tomato, cooking for another 5 minutes.
6. Pour in the beef broth and add the bay leaf.
7. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1.5 hours or until the beef is tender.
8. Remove the bay leaf, adjust seasoning if necessary, and serve garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 40 g
• Carbs: 15 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in essential vitamins and minerals from vegetables.

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