Carbonada Criolla

Ingredients

• 1 1/8 lbbeef, braising beef, cut into cubes
• 1onion, chopped
• 2carrots, chopped
• 2potatoes, chopped
• 1pumpkin, small; peeled and cubed
• 3/4 cupdried apricots
• 8 cupsbeef stock
• salt, to taste
• black pepper, to taste

Method

1. 1

   Brown the beef cubes in a large pot in batches until well seared on all sides. Remove and set aside.

2. 2

   In the same pot, cook the onion until translucent. Add carrots, potatoes, and pumpkin and cook for a few minutes.

3. 3

   Return the beef to the pot. Add the stock and dried apricots. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook for 1–2 hours until the beef is tender.

4. 4

   Serve hot with crusty bread.