Carne Con Papas
Description
This carne con papas is a Cuban dish of tender beef and potatoes, loaded with flavor. A perfect meat and potatoes meal made in the pressure cooker.
Ingredients
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1/2 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
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1/2 small white onion, chopped
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3 cloves garlic, crushed
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1 1/4 teaspoons ground cumin, divided
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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1/8 cup olive oil
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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2 tablespoons achiote powder
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2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
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2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes
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2 white potatoes
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4 cups water, or as needed
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1 cup white wine
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6 cubes beef bouillon
Directions
1
Combine bell pepper, onion, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon cumin, and salt in a blender. Pulse while pouring 1/8 cup olive oil through the top of the blender. Blend until smooth; set aside.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pressure cooker on medium heat. Sauté pepper and onion mixture for 1 minute, then stir in achiote powder and remaining 1 teaspoon cumin. Cook for 1 minute, then stir in tomato sauce.
3
Return to a simmer, then add beef; let simmer for 5 minutes. Stir in potatoes. Pour in water and wine. Drop in bouillon cubes. Bring to a boil and cook for 1 minute. Add water, if necessary, to cover.
4
Cover with the lid of the pressure cooker. Following manufacturer's directions to cook under 15-pound pressure for 30 to 45 minutes.