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Spicy Beef Stew

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Spicy Beef Stew is a warm, comforting, and flavorful dish packed with tender beef chunks, hearty vegetables, and a kick of heat from chili spices. Perfect for cozy dinners, this stew is satisfying and easy to make, offering bold flavors that warm you from the inside out.

Ingredients

  1. 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into cubes
    2 tablespoons olive oil
    1 large onion, chopped
    3 cloves garlic, minced
    3 carrots, sliced
    2 celery stalks, sliced
    2 potatoes, diced
    1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
    4 cups beef broth
    2 tablespoons tomato paste
    2 teaspoons chili powder
    1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
    1 teaspoon ground cumin
    Salt and pepper to taste
    Fresh cilantro or parsley for garnish

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef cubes on all sides, then remove and set aside.

  1. In the same pot, sauté onions, garlic, carrots, and celery until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Return beef to the pot. Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, tomato paste, chili powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.
  4. Add diced potatoes during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro or parsley before serving hot.

Notes

  1. Add kidney or black beans for extra protein and texture.
  2. Reduce or omit cayenne pepper for milder flavor.
  3. Use a slow cooker after browning beef and veggies, cook on low for 6-8 hours.
  4. Add extra vegetables like mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini.

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