Ingredients
5 lbs chuck roast (about half of a Costco two-pack)
• 2 to 4 lbs bone-in beef (such as beef shanks) for extra flavor
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp merken (or smoked paprika)
• Water (enough to fill an Instant Pot or a large stockpot)
• 1 large onion, sliced julienne
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
• 2 carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 celery stalks, chopped
• ½ cup white rice
• 10 potatoes, peeled and cut into large chunks
• 1 squash (butternut or kabocha), peeled and chopped
• 1 Knorr or Maggi meat stock pot (optional, for extra depth of flavor)
• 4 corn on the cob, cut into halves (for garnish)
• Fresh cilantro and parsley (for garnish)
• Extra cooked rice for serving
Instructions
– Trim excess fat from the chuck roast.
– Season with salt, pepper, garlic, cumin, and merken.
– Place the seasoned chuck roast and bone-in meat in the Instant Pot.
– Fill with water to the max level allowed and set to pressure cook for 2 hours for fall-apart tender beef.
– Once done, transfer the meat and broth to a large pot on the stove.
– Place the chuck roast and bone-in meat in a large stockpot and cover with water.
– Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
– Simmer for 3 to 3.5 hours, until the meat is fork-tender and the broth is flavorful.
– While the meat is cooking, heat a pan over medium heat.
– Add onions, bell peppers, carrots, and celery, and sauté until softened.
– Stir in ½ cup of rice and cook for a few minutes.
– Add the sofrito to the pot with the cooked meat and broth.
– Stir in the potatoes and squash.
– If using, dissolve Knorr or Maggi meat stock into the broth.
– Simmer for about 25 minutes, until all vegetables are tender.
– Ladle into bowls and serve with a piece of corn on the cob.
– Garnish with fresh cilantro and parsley.
– Serve with extra cooked rice on the side.
Notes
✔ Using bone-in beef with marrow enhances the depth of flavor in the broth.
✔ For a thicker broth, let the soup simmer longer to reduce before serving.
✔ This recipe serves about 7 people, making it perfect for family meals!
- Prep Time: 30 Minutes
- Cook Time: 2.5 Hours