Chilean Beef and Pumpkin Comfort Stew

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Chilean Beef and Pumpkin Comfort Stew warms up your table with a hearty dish that combines tender beef, sweet pumpkin, and a colorful array of vegetables. This non-vegetarian recipe is perfect for those seeking a filling and nutritious meal. With its rich flavors and comforting texture, it’s ideal for cozy dinners.

This versatile stew can be served on its own or paired with crusty bread for a complete meal. Easily accessible through the easyChef Pro App, you can explore personalized recipe recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list to streamline your meal prep. Select this recipe today and enjoy a step-by-step guide to creating a delicious dish!

Overview

This hearty Chilean stew combines tender beef, sweet pumpkin, and a medley of vegetables, all simmered together to create a comforting and flavorful dish. Perfect for a cozy dinner, this one-pot meal is both filling and nutritious.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

None specified

Cuisine

Chilean

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 165 minutes

Ingredients

• 1.5 Pounds (lb) beef roast
• 32 Ounces (oz) beef broth
• 2 Cups water
• 0.25 Cups polenta
• 8 Whole red potatoes, divided
• 1 Whole onion, divided
• 1.5 Pounds (lb) pumpkin, divided
• 2 Whole ears corn, divided
• 1 Whole carrot, sliced
• 1 Small red bell pepper, seeded
• 1 Stalk celery, sliced
• 1 Whole leek, sliced
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) fresh oregano, minced
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) paprika, ground
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch pepper, to taste
• 0.5 Cups cilantro leaves, torn

Steps

1. Cut the beef roast into 6 large chunks. Place the beef into a large saucepan and add the beef broth and water. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium, cover, and simmer until nearly tender, about 1 to 1.5 hours.
2. Stir in the polenta, potatoes, and onion. Cover and simmer for 15 minutes.
3. Cut the pumpkin into 6 serving-sized pieces and add to the stew along with the corn, carrot, bell pepper, celery, and leek. Simmer until the vegetables are tender, adding more water if needed to barely cover.
4. Stir in the oregano and paprika during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
5. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Ladle into serving bowls and sprinkle with chopped cilantro.

Enjoy this savory and hearty stew, perfect for warming up on a chilly day!