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Beef Fricasé
A classic of Cali cuisine, the beef fricasé is a delicious preparation made with beef, vegetables, and spices.
⏱️ 15 min prep + 120 min cottura · 4 porzioni · media
Ingredients
- 500 g of beef
- 1 onion
- 2 carrots
- 1 zucchini
- 1 cabbage
- 1 liter of beef broth
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 mint leaves
- 2 basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon of chili pepper
- 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Method
- Start by sautéing the garlic in a pot with olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the beef, cooking for 5-7 minutes until a crust forms.
- Add the onions, carrots, cabbage, and zucchini, cooking for 5 minutes.
- Pour in the beef broth, add salt, pepper, and chili pepper, bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours or until the meat is tender.
- Add the mint and basil leaves, stir well, and let infuse for 10 minutes.
- Serve hot, garnished with basil leaves.
- Enjoy your meal!
The story
The beef fricasé originates from the city of Cali and spread in the 19th century as an affordable and nutritious dish suitable for all social classes.
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