Tigua Indian Definitive Bowl Of Red Food

TIGUA INDIAN 'BOWL OF RED'

Steps:

• In a large pot, heat oil over medium-low heat and sauté onion and garlic until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the beef, raise heat to medium-high and sauté until browned.
• Add chile powder, cumin, sugar, salt, pepper, oregano and cayenne pepper. Stir in the tomato sauce and 1 1/2 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Simmer, partly covered, for 1 hour 10 minutes.
• Remove from heat and stir in masa harina mixture. Return to low heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. If desired, serve with rice or bread, and sour cream.

TIGUA INDIAN DEFINITIVE BOWL OF RED

Steps:

• In a big pot, saute onion and garlic in oil until soft.
• Add in beef; cook until browned.
• Add in salt, sugar, pepper, oregano, cumin, chili powder, cayenne, tomato sauce, and 1 ½ cups water; stir to mix.
• Bring to a boil; decrease heat to a low simmering boil and cook, partially covered, for 1 hour 10 minutes.
• Remove from heat; add in masa harina mixture; return to low heat and cook, stirring occasionally, 5 minutes.
• Serve with beans, rice, or bread on the side: all useful for muffling the heat.
• Also helpful is a tablespoon of sour cream.