Venezuelan Stew with Casabe Croutons
A hearty and flavorful stew made with the classic Venezuelan ingredient casabe, served with crispy croutons.
Ingredients
- ●1 (12 oz) package, cut into 1/2-inch cubes Casabe
- ●2 cups Low-calorie chicken broth
- ●1 lb, cut into 1-inch pieces Lean beef or beef substitute
- ●1 medium, chopped Onion
- ●3 cloves, minced Garlic
- ●2 tbsp Tomato paste
- ●1 tsp Dried thyme
- ●1/2 tsp Salt
- ●1/4 tsp Black pepper
- ●2 tbsp Olive oil
Instructions
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1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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2. Toss casabe cubes with 1 tbsp olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5-7 minutes, or until crispy.
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3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat.
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4. Add the beef or beef substitute and cook until browned, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
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5. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
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6. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
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7. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
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8. Add the chicken broth, thyme, and browned beef or beef substitute back to the pot.
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9. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20-25 minutes or until the beef is tender.
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10. Serve the stew hot, topped with crispy casabe croutons.