Guiso de Cordero

Guiso de Cordero is a hearty Spanish lamb stew that brings together tender pieces of lamb, vibrant vegetables, and aromatic spices for a comforting meal. This dish is rich in protein and flavor, making it a perfect supper choice.

Ingredients

• Lamb shoulder - 400 grams, cut into 3 cm cubes
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, diced
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Carrot - 1 large, chopped
• Potato - 1 medium, diced
• Red bell pepper - 1, diced
• Tomato - 1 large, chopped
• Chicken broth - 250 ml
• Red wine - 100 ml
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Bay leaf - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent.
2. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
3. Add the lamb cubes to the pot, browning them on all sides. Season with salt and pepper.
4. Once browned, add chopped carrot, potato, red bell pepper, and tomato to the pot, stirring to combine.
5. Sprinkle paprika and cumin over the mixture, stirring well to coat the vegetables and meat.
6. Pour in the red wine and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, allowing the alcohol to evaporate.
7. Add the chicken broth and bay leaf, bringing the mixture to a boil.
8. Reduce heat to low, cover the pot, and let the stew simmer for about 1 hour, or until the lamb is tender.
9. Check seasoning and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
10. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables, supporting overall health.

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