Ingredients

1 kg stewing beef
1 large onion
1 red pepper
2 garlic cloves
3 red chilies
500 g potatoes
2 carrots
250 g button mushrooms
295 g oxtail soup ( condensed )
1 pint stock
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons olive oil
Slow Cooked Chilli Beef Stew is a meaty and hearty dish made with tender, slow-cooked beef, vegetables, and spices. The dish is rich in flavor and packs a punch of heat from the red chilies. The meat is tender and pairs well with the vegetables and broth, making this dish perfect for a cold winter evening or when you need a satisfying meal. The stew is easy to make, and leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator and reheated for a quick meal. The chili beef stew is a great one-pot meal the whole family will love.

Instructions

1.In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
2.Add stewing beef and cook until browned on all sides.
3.Remove the beef from the skillet and set it aside.
4.In the same skillet, sauté onion, red pepper, garlic, and chilies for 5 minutes.
5.Peel and cut the potatoes and carrots into bite-sized pieces.
6.Add the potatoes, carrots, and button mushrooms to the skillet and cook for another 5 minutes.
7.In a slow cooker, add the oxtail soup, stock, bay leaves and mix well.
8.Add the sautéed vegetables, beef, and stir well.
9.Cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-5 hours.
10.Serve hot.

PROS

This slow cooked beef stew is meaty and hearty.

It is perfect for a cold winter evening or when you need a satisfying meal.

The ingredients are easy to find, and preparation is minimal.

Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator and reheated for a quick meal.

CONS

The stew takes several hours to cook and needs to be monitored if cooked on high.

The stew is rich and savory, which may not be appealing to everyone.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This Slow Cooked Chilli Beef Stew is rich in protein and vitamins like B12 and zinc which are essential for a healthy immune system and muscle growth.
The beef is a great source of iron, which helps in the formation of red blood cells and improves brain function.
The red chilies in the stew contain capsaicin which has antioxidant properties and can improve metabolism and reduce inflammation.

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