Spiced Beef Stew
This spiced beef stew is a delicious twist on the classic, featuring aromatic spices and tender beef chunks for a comforting meal.
Equipment
- 1 Large pot
- 1 Wooden Spoon
- 1 Knife for chopping
- 1 Cutting board
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef chuck cut into chunks
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 3 carrots sliced
- 3 potatoes diced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- 1 bay leaf
Instructions
Prepare Ingredients
- Sprinkle the beef chunks with salt and black pepper. In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Brown the beef on all sides, then remove it from the pot and set aside.
- Add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil to the pot. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
- Reintroduce the beef to the pot. Stir in the sliced carrots, diced potatoes, and beef broth. Add the tomato paste, paprika, cayenne pepper, thyme, and bay leaf. Stir well to ensure everything is evenly coated and blended.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let the stew simmer for about 2 hours, or until the beef is tender and the flavors are well incorporated. Stir occasionally.
- Once fully cooked, remove the bay leaf and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve warm, enjoying the aromatic spices that add an extra layer of depth to this hearty stew.