Spicy Caribbean Beef Stew
This slow cooker recipe delivers a fiery kick with tender diced beef and the heat of Scotch bonnets. Frozen sliced peppers add both color and flavor to this Caribbean-inspired dish. Let the rich spices and spicy aromas transport you to the Caribbean islands for a memorable dinner experience.
ingredients
- 2 pounds diced beef
- 2 Scotch bonnet peppers, seeded and finely chopped
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup frozen sliced peppers
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
steps
- 1.
In a skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat and brown the diced beef on all sides. Transfer the beef to the slow cooker.
- 2.
In the same skillet, sauté the onions until they become translucent, then add the minced garlic and chopped Scotch bonnet peppers. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 3.
Add the tomato paste, cumin, paprika, dried thyme, and ground allspice to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- 4.
Pour in the beef broth and coconut milk, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes.
- 5.
Transfer the sauce to the slow cooker with the diced beef.
- 6.
Add the frozen sliced peppers to the slow cooker and stir everything together.
- 7.
Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours or on high heat for 3-4 hours until the beef is tender and the flavors have melded together.
- 8.
Serve the spicy Caribbean beef stew over steamed rice or with warm tortillas. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra burst of flavor.
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