Spiced Guatemalan Hilachas with Cilantro Rice
A flavorful shredded beef stew paired with aromatic cilantro-infused rice
Hilachas is a traditional Guatemalan dish featuring tender shredded beef simmered in a savory tomato and vegetable sauce, enriched with spices. This recipe pairs it with fragrant cilantro rice for a complete and satisfying meal.
- 3 h
- 4
- Intermediate
Ingredients
For the Hilachas
For the Tomato Sauce
For the Cilantro Rice
For Garnishing
Preparation
Marinating the Beef
Place beef in pot
Place the beef in a large pot with water, onion, garlic, and salt.
For deeper flavor, marinate the beef overnight in the refrigerator.
Bring to a boil and simmer
Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
Cook until tender
Cook until the beef is tender, about 1.5 to 2 hours.
Preparing the Tomato Sauce
Combine ingredients
In a blender, combine tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, and garlic.
Ensure beef is cooled before shredding to avoid burns.
Blend until smooth
Blend until smooth.
Season sauce
Season with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Toast cumin seeds slightly before grinding for enhanced aroma.
Cooking Process
Shredding the Beef
Once tender, remove beef from the pot and shred using forks.
Simmering the Sauce
In a saucepan, cook the tomato mixture over medium heat for 10 minutes until thick.
Combining Everything
Add shredded beef to the sauce and simmer on low for 30 minutes.
Plating & Serving
Spiced Guatemalan Hilachas with Cilantro Rice
Spiced Guatemalan Hilachas with Cilantro Rice
Plating & Serving
Serve the steaming hilachas alongside a generous serving of cilantro rice, garnished with fresh cilantro leaves and lime wedges for a bright finish.