Beef Stew

By mahto

This Beef Stew recipe combines the rich flavors of strong coffee with meaty beef stew meat and spicy ground chipotle peppers for a truly unique and flavorful dish that will warm you from the inside-out. Spicy and smokey this stew recipe is perfect to dip your favorite crust bread in or just to enjoy while cuddling by a roaring fire. This dish can be prepared in your slow-cooker for a hands-free, super easy meal.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2-pounds lean beef stew meat, cubed
• 1/2 cup sliced onion
• 2 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon minced garlic
• 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee
• 1/2 cup canned diced tomatoes with juice
• chopped cilantro, optional to garnish

Preparation

Step 1

In a 4-quart or larger slow-cooker pot, combine the beef, onion, flour, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon chipotle, cumin, oregano, and salt. With a spoon or clean hands, toss to coat the meat evenly with the other ingredients. Add the coffee and tomatoes. Stir to blend.

Cover and cook on the high setting for 3 hours or until the meat is fork-tender.

Taste and add up to 1/4 teaspoon chipotle, if desired. Garnish with cilantro, if using.

This stew can be cooked in the slow-cooker on the low setting for 6 hours.