Carne En Su Jugo Meat Cooked in It's Own Juice

Dive into the rich, comforting flavors of **Carne En Su Jugo**, a traditional Mexican stew that translates to "meat cooked in its own juice." This savory dish combines finely diced beef sirloin or flank steak and crispy bacon, simmered in a vibrant tomatillo sauce made from fresh tomatillos, garlic, onion, and cilantro. Enhanced with tender pinto beans and seasoned to perfection, this one-pot wonder is hearty yet light, making it a deliciously satisfying meal. Garnish with crisp radishes, a sprinkle of fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime for a zesty finish, and serve alongside warm corn tortillas for a complete Mexican dining experience. Ready in under an hour, this easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, bringing authentic flavors straight to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Beef sirloin or flank steak, finely diced
• 6 slices Thick-cut bacon, chopped
• 5 medium Tomatillos, husked and washed
• 2 Garlic cloves, peeled
• 1 medium White onion, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cup Fresh cilantro, stems removed
• 2 cups Beef broth
• 1 cup Canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil
• 3 Lime wedges
• 4 Radishes, thinly sliced (for garnish)
• 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• 6 Corn tortillas (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the chopped bacon and cook, stirring occasionally, until the bacon is crispy and the fat has rendered, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 2

Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the rendered fat in the pot.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the vegetable oil if needed (only if there isn't enough bacon fat). Increase the heat to medium-high and add the finely diced beef. Cook the beef, stirring frequently, until browned, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

While the beef is cooking, prepare the tomatillo sauce. In a blender, combine the tomatillos, garlic cloves, chopped onion, and cilantro. Blend until smooth.

Step 5

Pour the tomatillo sauce into the pot with the browned beef. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the beef broth, cooked bacon, salt, and pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it cook gently for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

After 25 minutes, stir in the rinsed pinto beans. Continue cooking uncovered for another 5 minutes to heat the beans through and allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve the Carne En Su Jugo in bowls. Garnish with sliced radishes, chopped cilantro, and lime wedges on the side. Pair with warm corn tortillas if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2577.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3042.8

Total Fat 144.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 48.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 600.3mg	0%
Sodium 6868.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 210.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.9g	0%
Total Sugars 24.2g
Protein 246.6g	0%

Vitamin D 47.6IU	0%
Calcium 646.7mg	0%
Iron 29.8mg	0%
Potassium 5611.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.5%

Protein: 31.5%

Carbs: 27.0%