Mexican Slow-Braised Beef
BROUGHT TO YOU BY GLAD
Life is full of unexpected challenges, especially for busy mums on the go. Sitting around the table at the end of a hectic day to enjoy a family meal together is so important, but finding the time to make the best of that special moment can be hard.
With groceries costing more, cold weather outside and time running away on us, it’s easy to feel anxious when it comes to thinking about making something hearty for the whole family to enjoy. A little meal planning can go a long way and you can serve up this Mexican Slow-Braised Beef by simply preparing all the ingredients in advance, freezing them in a GLAD SNAP LOCK Reseal Bag, defrosting the meal overnight in the fridge, then slow cooking this meal in a slow cooker, crockpot or casserole dish.
Busy mums want products they can rely on that won't let them down. GLAD SNAP LOCK Reseal Bags are freezer safe and seal in freshness for longer with their unique double lock seal. The seal changes colour from blue and yellow to green, so you know when the bag is sealed tight to prevent any leakage. Save time on meal prep, reduce food waste, and enjoy this hearty and healthy Mexican Slow-Braised Beef – giving you more time enjoying meals with those you love!
Serves: 4-6
INGREDIENTS
BASE
600 grams braising beef, (weight after trimming excess fat) use beef cheeks, chuck or gravy beef, cut into 4cm chunks
1 large onion, sliced
2 carrots, cut into 2cm thick rounds
1 green capsicum, diced
2 stalks celery, sliced
2 bay leaves
1-2 long red chillis, sliced (optional)
SAUCE
3 tablespoons tomato paste
3 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon each American mustard, soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons each ground cumin, smoked paprika and brown sugar
400 gram tin crushed tomatoes
1 beef stock cube dissolved in ½ cup boiling water
2 teaspoons sea salt
400 gram tin red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
TO SERVE
½ cup parsley leaves
zest 1 medium lemon
1 clove garlic
EQUIPMENT: Slow-cooker and 1 medium GLAD SNAP LOCK Reseal Bag.
METHOD
Place all the prepared base ingredients in a medium GLAD SNAP LOCK Reseal Bag and freeze for up to 3 months. Ensure that the bag's secure double lock seal changes colour from blue and yellow to green, so you know when the bag is sealed tight to prevent leakage.
All ingredients should fit comfortably within the bag so that it is easy to close. When freezing items, it is important to get as much air out of the bag as possible to prevent freezer burn.
Label your GLAD SNAP LOCK Resealable Bag with the recipe's name and date. When ready to use defrost in the fridge overnight.
BASE: Turn the slow cooker to low then add all the ingredients from the GLAD SNAP LOCK Resealable bag.
SAUCE: In a bowl, stir together all the ingredients except the red kidney beans. Pour into the slow cooker and stir to combine well. Stir in the beans. Cover and cook for about 8 hours, until the meat is meltingly tender.
TO SERVE: Chop the parsley, lemon zest and garlic together then sprinkle over the beef.
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