Also known as "Caldillo," this Mexican Beef Stew is rich and spicy with the delicious flavors of Mexico.
I have a really delicious recipe for you today. Though it's not strictly southern, I would definitely say that these kinds of "Tex-Mex" recipes have been influenced by their Texan (certainly southern) places of origin.
Whenever BeeBop and I go out for dinner on a weeknight, our casual dining place of choice is almost always one of our local Mexican restaurants. There's just something so alluring about that unique combination of flavors that make up Mexican recipes, isn't there?
Now, I in no way purport to be an expert on Mexican food. And I also know very well that what we know as "Mexican" from our American-based restaurants is probably indistinguishable to a person of Mexican heritage. But, oh my goodness, don't we love it anyway?!
Tacos, burritos, and enchiladas of all kinds. Yum!
Well, today's recipe for Mexican Beef Stew (Caldillo) won't be found on many restaurant menus, but it definitely earns a "Yum" rating.
This combination of beef stew meat, onions, tomatoes, salsas, and potatoes is rich and spicy. Quite spicy actually. I'd rate this as a medium, almost hot, level of spicy heat.
If you want to tone it down some, substitute plain diced tomatoes for the tomatoes and chilies and make sure to use mild tomato salsa and salsa verde. Serve the stew with warm corn or flour tortillas and wedges of lime to squeeze over each serving.
How to Make Mexican Beef Stew (Caldillo)
In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat, onions, and garlic.
Saute, stirring frequently, until the stew meat has browned and the onions are transparent.
Add the remaining ingredients except the potatoes and stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover tightly and cook over low heat for 1 ½ hours or until the meat is very tender.
Stir in the potatoes and continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes or until potatoes are cooked through.
Serve with warm tortillas and lime wedges on the side.
Enjoy!
More Tex-Mex Style Recipes on Never Enough Thyme:
- Machaca Burritos
- Slow Cooker Shredded Beef Tacos
- Carne Asada Tacos
- Jazzed Up Tacos
- Mexican Style Corn Salad
- Layered Mexican Chicken Salad
Mexican and Tex-Mex Recipes from Other Bloggers:
- Arroz con Pollo from Simply Recipes
- How to Make a Good Quesadilla from The V Spot
- Flan from Blissfully Domestic
- Baja Style Tempura Fish Tacos from Leite's Culinaria
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Mexican Beef Stew
Ingredients
- 2 tblsp. olive oil
- 2 ½ pounds beef stew meat
- 2 medium onions roughly diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 10 oz. cans chunky diced tomatoes with green chilies recommend: RoTel
- 1 cup tomato salsa
- 1 ½ cups salsa verde
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 tsp. salt
- ½ tsp. pepper
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1 ½ lbs. peeled and diced potatoes
- Tortillas and lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef stew meat, onions, and garlic. Saute, stirring frequently, until the stew meat has browned and the onions are transparent.
- Add the remaining ingredients except potatoes and stir well. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover tightly and cook over low heat for 1 ½ hours or until the meat is very tender.
- Stir in the potatoes and continue cooking for an additional 30 minutes or until potatoes are cooked through.
- Serve with warm tortillas and lime wedges on the side.
Notes
Nutrition Information
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Marisa
I had this in mind my father would cook this when I was young I really didnt want to use the stew meat I had to make the same ol stew! I looked all over the internet and FINALLY found this page!! Amazing I will dress this stew with thin sliced cabbage radish cilantro lime and can’t forget tortillas!!
Thank you so much!
Lana Stuart
You're welcome! I hope you enjoy the recipe.
Robbie Moore
Can this recipe be done in the slow cooker???
Lana Stuart
I'm sure it could. I'd brown the beef a little first and then just cook it like you would any regular beef stew in the slow cooker.
Cookin Canuck
My husband would love this stew. He goes crazy for anything with Mexican flavors and this looks like a perfect stick-to-you-ribs kind of dish.
Lily Lau
Mexican beef, what have you just done... :D
Martha @ A Family Feast
I love the new spin you've put on a classic beef stew! And I bet that lime juice at the end is a great contrast to the richness of the beef! Perfect!
Lana Stuart
Yes, Martha, the lime cuts right through all the rich flavors in the stew!
Nutmeg Nanny
This soup looks so good! We are still getting some pretty cool nights so it's perfect for this soup. Love the squeeze of lime on top....yum!
Lana Stuart
Yes, this is great for a cool spring night. And do be sure to include the lime!