Charquican Chilean Beef Stew

Transport your taste buds to South America with Charquicán, a hearty Chilean beef stew that’s a celebration of rustic flavors and wholesome ingredients. This traditional one-pot dish combines tender ground beef with a medley of vibrant vegetables like potatoes, pumpkin, carrots, and green beans, all simmered in a flavorful broth enriched with earthy spices like cumin, paprika, and oregano. A final touch of lightly mashed vegetables lends the stew a satisfyingly thick texture, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of freshness to every bite. Perfect for cozy dinners, this savory, nutrient-packed stew is a true comfort food and a delicious way to explore authentic Chilean cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 500 grams ground beef
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3 medium white or gold potatoes
• 300 grams pumpkin or butternut squash
• 1 large carrot
• 150 grams green beans
• 100 grams corn kernels
• 750 milliliters vegetable or beef stock
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel and dice the onion, mince the garlic, and set aside.

Step 2

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.

Step 3

Add the ground beef to the pot. Break it up with a wooden spoon and brown evenly, about 5–7 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the oregano, paprika, and cumin, ensuring the spices coat the beef evenly.

Step 5

Peel and dice the potatoes, pumpkin (or butternut squash), and carrot into bite-sized pieces. Trim and slice the green beans into 2-inch segments.

Step 6

Add the diced potatoes, pumpkin, carrot, and green beans to the pot, stirring to combine with the meat and spices.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable or beef stock. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to a gentle simmer.

Step 8

Cover the pot and cook for 25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender.

Step 9

Add the corn kernels, salt, and black pepper, stirring to combine. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 10

Lightly mash some of the vegetables in the pot using the back of a spoon to create a thicker texture, leaving plenty of chunks intact for added heartiness.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 12

Serve hot and garnish with freshly chopped parsley for a burst of freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2588.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2100.3

Total Fat 120.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 40.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 354.0mg	0%
Sodium 5712.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 168.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.5g	0%
Total Sugars 39.4g
Protein 108.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 368.2mg	0%
Iron 19.8mg	0%
Potassium 5757.8mg	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: 49.5%

Protein: 19.8%

Carbs: 30.7%