Peruvian Beef Seco with Aji Amarillo and Canario Beans

Name: Peruvian Beef Seco with Aji Amarillo and Canario Beans
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Peruvian
Ingredients: 1.5 pound chuck roast (cut into 1-inch cubes); 2 tablespoon olive oil; 1 yellow onion (large, diced); 4 clove garlic (minced); 1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander; 1 teaspoon paprika; 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 cup chicken broth; 14.5 ounce crushed tomatoes (can); 15 ounce Great Northern beans (can, rinsed and drained); 0.5 cup fresh cilantro (chopped); 1 cup white rice (uncooked); 0.75 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

A rich, cilantro-infused beef stew with tender chuck roast and creamy white beans, simmered with aromatic spices and served over fluffy rice, embodying bold Peruvian flavors.

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 1 hr
Total: 1 hr 20 min
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Peruvian
Difficulty: Medium
Cost: $5.98/serving

Dietary

Gluten-Free
Dairy-Free
Nut-Free
Soy-Free
Egg-Free
High-Protein
High-Fiber

Ingredients

1.5 pound chuck roast (cut into 1-inch cubes)
2 tablespoon olive oil
1 yellow onion (large, diced)
4 clove garlic (minced)
1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon paprika
0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
2 cup chicken broth
14.5 ounce crushed tomatoes (can)
15 ounce Great Northern beans (can, rinsed and drained)
0.5 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 cup white rice (uncooked)
0.75 teaspoon salt
0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

Pat the chuck roast cubes dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove beef and set aside.
Add 1 diced large yellow onion to the pot and sauté for 5-7 minutes until softened. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 tablespoon aji amarillo paste, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
Stir in 1 teaspoon ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until aromatic.
Return the beef to the pot. Pour in 2 cups chicken broth and one 14 1/2 ounce can crushed tomatoes. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 45-50 minutes, or until the beef is tender.
While the stew simmers, cook 1 cup white rice according to package directions.
Stir one 15 ounce can Great Northern beans (rinsed and drained) and 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro into the stew. Cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through. Taste and adjust seasoning with remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper if needed.
Serve the Peruvian beef seco warm over the fluffy white rice.

Notes

Aji amarillo paste can be found in the international aisle of most well-stocked grocery stores or online. If unavailable, a mixture of 1/2 roasted red bell pepper, a small minced jalapeño, and a pinch of extra paprika can offer a similar flavor profile.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 859
Protein: 47.8 g
Carbohydrates: 65.1 g
Fat: 43 g
Fiber: 10 g
Sodium: 1085 mg
Saturated Fat: 20 g
Sugar: 10 g
Cholesterol: 160 mg