Dairy-Free Estofado de Carrillera de Ternera

Immerse yourself in the rich flavors of this **Dairy-Free Estofado de Carrillera de Ternera**, a comforting Spanish beef cheek stew that's perfect for cozy dinners. This slow-cooked dish highlights tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef cheeks simmered in a deeply flavorful sauce of red wine, fresh vegetables, and aromatic thyme. The absence of dairy lets the natural richness of the ingredients shine, while simple pantry staples like tomato paste and beef stock deliver depth and warmth. Perfectly seasoned and served with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this gluten-free recipe pairs beautifully with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes. Ideal for both weeknight indulgence and special occasions, this hearty stew is your ticket to authentic Spanish home cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:170 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 800 grams Beef cheeks
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 unit Onion, large, sliced
• 2 units Carrots, large, sliced
• 4 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 unit Red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 250 milliliters Red wine
• 500 milliliters Beef stock
• 2 units Bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon Thyme, fresh
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season beef cheeks with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Brown the beef cheeks on all sides, about 5-6 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add sliced onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 5

Add carrots, garlic, and red bell pepper. Stir and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in tomato paste and cook for 2 minutes, allowing it to slightly caramelize.

Step 7

Pour in the red wine, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot.

Step 8

Let the wine simmer for 5 minutes to reduce slightly.

Step 9

Return the beef cheeks to the pot, then add beef stock, bay leaves, and thyme.

Step 10

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 to 2.5 hours, until the meat is very tender.

Step 11

Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Step 12

Discard bay leaves before serving.

Step 13

Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2075.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1835.3

Total Fat 74.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 19.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 720mg	0%
Sodium 4729.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 53.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 24.4g
Protein 192.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 283.9mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 4469.3mg	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: 40.6%

Protein: 46.5%

Carbs: 12.9%