Beef salad

Beef Salona Recipe

Discover the traditional flavor of a delicious dish: beef salona. This simple and quick recipe is perfect for a comforting dinner, full of taste. I will guide you step by step to achieve a perfect result, and the secret lies in choosing quality ingredients and the cooking technique.

Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 1 hour and 30 minutes
Total time: 1 hour and 50 minutes
Number of servings: 4

Ingredients:
- 800 g beef (ideally from the thigh or shoulder)
- 2 large onions
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 2 carrots
- 2 peppers (red and green, for a splash of color)
- 400 g chopped tomatoes (or 2 cans of diced tomatoes)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 bunch of fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions:

1. Boiling the meat: Start by cutting the beef into cubes of about 3-4 cm. Place the meat in a large pot, add cold water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil and let it simmer for about an hour. This process will help tenderize the meat and create a rich flavor base.

2. Preparing the vegetables: While the meat is boiling, peel the onion and garlic, then chop the onion finely and crush the garlic. Peel and slice the carrots into rounds, and dice the peppers. These vegetables will add not only flavor but also color to your dish.

3. Sautéing the vegetables: After the meat has boiled, remove it from the pot and let it cool slightly. In the same pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and sauté until golden and soft. Now add the crushed garlic, carrots, and peppers, sautéing everything together for 5-7 minutes.

4. Adding the tomatoes: Once the vegetables are softened, add the chopped tomatoes, sweet paprika, bay leaf, salt, and pepper to taste. Let the mixture simmer for a few minutes for the flavors to combine.

5. Final cooking: Return the beef to the pot, carefully mixing to combine all the ingredients. Add enough water to cover the meat and let everything simmer on low heat for about 30-40 minutes. Make sure to stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

6. Serving: When the meat is tender, take the salona off the heat and let it cool slightly. Serve the dish warm, sprinkled with chopped fresh parsley on top. You can accompany the salona with a side of mashed potatoes or steaming polenta, which will absorb all the delicious flavors.

Practical tips:
- Choose quality beef, ideal for slow cooking; it will be more tender and flavorful.
- You can also add other vegetables of your choice, such as celery or zucchini, for extra nutrients and texture.
- If you like a spicy taste, add a little chili pepper during the sautéing of the vegetables.

Unique variation: You can transform this salona into an autumn dish by adding a few diced meaty apples during the boiling, which will provide a sweet and sour note.

This beef salona recipe is not only simple and quick but also full of flavor and warmth, perfect to be enjoyed with loved ones. Enjoy your meal!

 Ingredients: 1 kg of lamb or beef 1 1/2 liters of water 2 tablespoons of oil 3 medium onions 1 large tablespoon of broth 2 large potatoes diced 4 zucchinis cut into cubes or thicker slices 1 bell pepper 2 medium carrots sliced 3 tomatoes diced 3 dried lemons 2 chilies chopped into small pieces (hot pepper can be omitted) 1 teaspoon of cinnamon, turmeric, curry, garlic powder, coriander, and cardamom 1.2 teaspoons of pepper, hot chili pepper, and 4 cloves a bunch of coriander or parsley