how to get tender and tasty meat

Until a few decades ago, Every Spanish family had a recipe to make the perfect beef stewwhich has been passed down from generation to generation. However, over time, it has become one of those traditions that has been interrupted by modernity and a large number of changes that occurred at the turn of the century and the millennium. Even though it seems like a simple dish, there is always the possibility that it will go wrong, with tough and not very juicy meat, so it is worth following some recommendations to obtain tender and tasty meat. Here we will give you the best culinary tips for the perfect texture of simmered meat.

So that the meat is not tough in the stew, first of all, You must use cuts suitable for cooking, such as skirt, breast or shank, and that the cuts are well done (a bad cut can spoil the best meat). Another important step is to prepare the meat before you begin, by marinating it several hours in advance, or letting it marinate for more than 15 minutes in milk or water with cornstarch. And finally, you need to cook it for at least a few hours and seal the meat before adding salt.

Ingredients:

How to Make the Perfect Beef Stew:

1. Remove fat from meat then place in a bowl or container with the cornstarch dissolved in the liter of water. Leave to rest for 15 minutes then drain.
2. Pour a little oil into a pan and add the meat, cook until browned all over; Remove from pan and set aside.
3. Cut the potatoes and carrot into pieces and set aside.
4. Cut the onion and garlic cloves in brunoise and brown in the pot where the stew will be prepared with a little oil. When these ingredients are poached add the meat and mix with the other products.
5. Cut the tomatoes into small cubes and add it to the stew; Also add the wine and once the alcohol has evaporated add the vegetable stock and seasonings: salt, pepper, oregano and rosemary. Cover and cook over low heat for 1 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
6. Leave to rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Nutritional information: 3886 calories

Type of cuisine: Mediterranean

Type of food: Lunch

Prepare the perfect beef stew, a special dish to enjoy with family and friends, also perfect for the cold days that begin to set in with the arrival of autumn. And remember, the main ingredient for a perfect stew is spending enough time and using the right cut of meat.