Carne Despeto Portuguese Beef Skewers Recipes

CARNE D'ESPETO (PORTUGUESE BEEF SKEWERS)

Steps:

• Place sirloin in one or more plastic freezer bags.
• Combine remaining ingredients and pour an equal amount in each bag; marinate overnight.
• If using wooden skewers, soak 30 minutes before using to prevent burning.
• Thread meat onto skewers, then grill over indirect heat, or medium for grill pan on stovetop, until done, about 5 - 8 minutes per side, depending on the heat of your grill.

MOM'S PORTUGUESE BEEF STEW

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a stockpot over medium-high heat. Dust the beef with the flour. Place the beef, garlic, bay leaves, and pepper in the stockpot; cook until the beef is brown; season with salt and cook until beef is tender, about 5 minutes. Add the onion, green pepper, carrot, and paprika; cook until the onion softens, about 5 minutes. Stir in the tomato, wine, water, and parsley. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 30 minutes.
• Mix in the red potatoes, sweet potatoes, and green beans; continue to cook until potatoes are easily pierced through with a fork, about 45 minutes.