Sudado de Carne is a traditional Colombian beef stew. This dish is the perfect one pot meal served over white rice, a light salad and avocado on the side.
What is a Colombian Sudado?
It's a stew made with beef, chicken, pork, seafood or meatballs simmered in a flavorful broth with potatoes, yuca, spices, fresh herbs and vegetables like bell pepper, carrots, garlic and onions. There are many variations of this dish in Colombia and different recipes depending in the region and the cook. I think every Colombian family makes a sudado dish a least once a week.
This Sudado de Carne Res variation is very popular, easy to make and delicious over white rice with avocado on the side.
Ingredients to Make Sudado de Carne
Beef: I recommend using chuck roast for this stew, but you can use your favorite beef for stew.
Oil: I like to use canola or vegetable oil, because they are neutral oils. Feel free to use olive oil if you prefer.
Vegetables: Onion, scallions, red bell pepper, garlic, tomato, potatoes and yuca.
Spices: Cumin powder, sazón with azafran, salt and pepper.
Beef Broth: Use a good quality broth for the best flavor.
Herbs: Fresh cilantro or parsley if you prefer.
You will find the exact amounts, preparation and tips to make this dish in the printable recipe card below.
How to Make Colombian Beef Stew
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onions, scallions and red pepper and sauté until onions are translucent, about 3 minutes. Then add the tomatoes, garlic, salt and ground pepper and sauté for 5 more minutes.
- Add the beef, broth, sazón and cumin powder. Reduce the heat to medium low cover and cook for 45 to 50 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the potatoes, yuca and cilantro and cook for an additional 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Add more broth or water if the stew is getting to dry.
This Sudado de Carne de Res Colombiano is a very comforting and filling dish and it is perfect for weeknight dinners. I like to serve it with white rice, avocado and a light tomato salad on the side.
More Colombian Stew Recipes to Try:
Colombian Beef Stew Recipe (Sudado de Res)
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef for stew (chuck)
- 1 tablespoon oil canola or vegetable
- ½ cup chopped white or yellow onion
- 2 scallions, chopped
- ½ cup chopped red bell pepper
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 2 cups chopped tomato
- ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
- ½ teaspoon sazón with color (I used Goya)
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 3 medium potatoes peeled and cut in half
- ½ pound frozen or fresh yuca cassava
- 3 cups beef broth
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the onion, scallions and red pepper and sauté until onions are translucent, about 3 minutes. Then add the tomatoes, garlic, salt and ground pepper and sauté for 5 more minutes.
- Add the beef, broth, sazón and cumin powder. Reduce the heat to medium low cover and cook for 45 to 50 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the potatoes, yuca and cilantro and cook for an additional 30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender. Add more broth or water if the stew is getting to dry.
- Serve over white rice.
Diana
I made this stew for dinner last night....and I loooved. Thank you!
Ann
I made this stew a couple of days ago and it was rich and delicious. It was even better the next day. Thank you.
Cece
Im on my third reciepe!! My family loves this food! Thank you I feel like I a chef!! And my food tastes like a pro chef made it; )!!
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wow, this beef looks so yuumy, but it's pretty hard to follow. Still i'll try it this weekend. I hope i can make a great stew by myself 🙂
beef stew great!
YUMMY! Mouth-watering when I saw the great combination of stewed beef and cooked rice.
I do love the cumin powder, pepper, and fresh cilantro that you added in this recipe, the beef is fully flavored by this, terrific!
Thank you for sharing.
MRS. V
I will try this recipe tonight.! I am colombian too and love making our traditional dishes. Thank you for publishing these recipes 🙂
Erica
Bibi,
Thank you for your comment!
Cynthia
This fiery beef stew is so inviting.
Erica
Thank you every one for your comments!
Natasha - 5 Star Foodie
Beef stew sounds wonderful! I love the cumin here and yuca!
Sophia
Oh man! Looks amazing! Rich and hearty...satisfies both your tummy and soul!
nora@ffr
great idea. sound yummy! 🙂
cheers!!
Erica
Thank you all for the comments.
Mercedes
Prepare esta receta. Quedó deliciosa! Vivimos en USA y esto nos transportó a Colombia con nuestra familia. Gracias por las recetas. S
OysterCulture
This recipe sounds so simple and tasty - I think my hubby is in for a pleasant surprise next week. It has everything he loves
Lori Lynn
Looks great. I never think serving a beef stew with avocado and rice. I like that!
LL
Marta
Great recipe! I was just browsing for stew recipes, since I'm feeling in a stew-y sort of mood, and this one winks at me! Thanks you for sharing it!
Te prometo que SIEMPRE corrijo a la gente cuando dicen "Columbia"... pero creo que es una causa perdida 🙁 jajajaja
Un abrazo!
rebecca subbiah
I love your recipes, want to go to Columbia !
Erica
Thank you Rebecca.
Adriana
It's Colombia
Anonymous
Columbia huh? U mean Colombia.
Andres
I am a single male - from Colombia btw lol... your recipes are helping since I am all the way on the West Coast where is hard to find my Colombian food. Thanks a lot!!!:)
Luisa
It's Colombia!
LEO
IT IS COLOMBIA NO COLUMBIA OK.
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Lgjhosy
It’s Colombia with an “0”
Anonymous
Is COLOMBIA… Columbia is in Missouri
Jhon Brandon
Colombia is how it’s spelled.