Carne en Su Jugo is perfect for the cooler months. Literally translated, it means “Meat In Its Own Juices.”
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This hearty stew is made of beef, bacon, and beans swimming in a rich tomatillo sauce.
Hailing from the beautiful State of Jalisco, this Mexican recipe is incredibly satisfying!
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🥣 Instructions
- Cook the bacon in a large stockpot over medium heat.
- With a slotted spoon, remove the bacon and place on a paper towels to drain any excess fat.
- Season the beef with salt and black pepper.
- Then cook it in the bacon fat until tender.
- Return half the bacon to the pot.
Since it is a stew, chop the bacon and beef into pieces that fit a spoon. The beef is not shredded like in Birria de Res.
You do not want to brown the meat. What you’re looking for is for the meat juices to come out.
🥩 Cuts of Beef
You can choose whatever cut of beef you like. I prefer sirloin steak or a top round. Skirt steak and flap also work. If using chuck roast, though, trim off excess fat.
- While this is happening, blend the tomatillos, garlic, onion, serrano chiles, and cilantro until smooth.
- Set aside until ready to use.
Salsa verde uses cooked tomatillos. Here, the tomatillos are NOT cooked. They cook when added to the pot.
In a pinch, it can be ok to use salsa verde. However, you’ll need to taste for salt after the tomatillo salsa has been added. If too salty, add water.
- Next add the tomatillo sauce from the blender.
The sauce will be bright green, but it will change colors once it is cooked.
Kinda like caldillo but with bacon and beans.
- Add the water and beef bouillon to the pot.
- Stir with a spoon to combine.
- Bring to a soft boil.
This Mexican stew recipe calls for beef bouillon. Bouillon is a very popular ingredient in the Mexican cuisine. You can swap it out for salt or regular beef broth.
🥣 Storing Instructions
- This soup freezes very well. Place leftovers in an airtight freezable bag for up to 5 months.
- To store in the fridge, place in an airtight container and consume within 4 days. Reheat on high heat in the microwave for 2 ½-3 minutes.
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To serve Carne En Su Jugo, add some of the stew into a big bowl along with a spoonful of beans. Then, top with cilantro, green onions, reserved bacon. Some people will add radishes, avocado, and lime wedges.
Corn tortillas are a must when eating this dish. You want savor all that flavor. This Mexican stew is hard not to enjoy.
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Carne En Su Jugo
Ingredients
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 2 lbs chuck roast cut into ½-inch pieces
- 1 tbspn Salt
- 1 tspn Pepper
- ½ onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 6 tomatillos
- 1-2 serrano peppers if you like it spicy, add 2 serrano peppers
- ½ bunch of cilantro
- 6 cups water divided
- 2 tablespoons beef bouillon
- 2 cups pinto beans cooked
- Cilantro for garnish
- Lime wedges optional
- Radishes optional
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook the bacon.
- Remove the cooked bacon from the pot and set aside.
- Season the beef with salt and pepper.
- Reduce the heat.
- Add the beef to the pot.
- (You do not want to brown the beef. You simply want the beef juices to release).
- In the meantime, add onion, garlic, tomatillos, serrano peppers, cilantro and 2 cups of water in a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Once the beef has released its juices, add the tomatillo sauce.
- Return half of the bacon to the pot.
- (Leave half of the bacon for garnish).
- Add 4 cups of water and the beef bouillon.
- Stir.
- Taste for good measure.
- Cover and cook for 20 minutes.
- To serve, add some of the stew into a big bowl along with a spoonful of beans.
- Then, top with cilantro, green onions, and reserved bacon.
- Optional: radishes, avocado, and lime wedges.
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Notes
- This soup freezes very well. Place leftovers in an airtight freezable bag for up to 5 months.
- To store in the fridge, place in an airtight container and consume within 4 days. Reheat on high heat in the microwave for 2 ½ to 3 minutes.
My family loves this recipe and it is ask for frequent
Family-approved = the best compliment! So glad you enjoyed this recipe.
Very, very good. My daughter, a very picky eater who generally prefers pizza and candy, fell in love with su jugo when I ordered it for myself in a restaurant. She’s been asking us to make it at home, and we happily oblige. This one fits the bill. It’s lovely. Tonight I threw in some Corona beans and wild rice I had on hand. Not traditional but nice additions. Thanks for a great recipe.
Very, very good, right? Picky eaters giving the nod is the real victory! 🙌 Your twist with Corona beans and wild rice? Genius! Not traditional, but hey, who’s keeping score? Thanks for making the recipe your own.
My husband loved it and he is very picky!!! 😊❤️ Thank you!!! We love it!!! I will make it again!! 😋🤤
So glad he liked it. My hubby and son are super picky too. lol.
Everyone I make this soup for loves it. Thank you
So glad you enjoyed this!
Yummy! I did cook in crockpot though. Felt like a long cook was in order! Squeeze of lime, pinch of cheddar cheese and a warm tortilla!!! Will definitely make again!!
Glad you enjoyed this
Best carne en su jugo recipe! And so easy to make!
Thank you! My family loves this recipe too.
This dish has all the ingredients I love! Looks like a delicious and hearty dinner!
Absolutely! Carne en su jugo is a flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for a delicious and hearty dinner. Hope you enjoy!
It looks so flavorful! And thanks for sharing facts about it.
Glad you liked this Carne en su Jugo recipe! It’s definitely a dish packed with flavor and deliciousness.
This recipe has me written ALL over it! Making this ASAP!
You’re definitely in for a treat! This dish is packed with delicious flavors and is sure to satisfy your cravings.
I am drooling. This looks so delicious. I know my family will enjoy it!
Thank you! Hope you and your family like it.
I have always loved food with a little spice and this meat fits the bill. I know this will be a great favorite when cooking beef.
This Mexican dish is known for its flavorful and slightly spicy beef cooked in its own juices, and it’s a delicious and comforting meal. Hope you enjoy making this Carne en su jugo recipe!
Aww yeah. I would eat my weight in that! I love all those ingredients. It’s perfect for a cold day.
I agree! Carne en su jugo is a perfect dish for a cold day, with its rich flavors and comforting warmth. Yum!