Best 11 Spicy Beef Yam And Prune Stew Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing recipe for "Spicy Beef Yam and Prune Stew." This robust dish combines the bold flavors of beef, sweet potatoes, and prunes, creating a delightful symphony of flavors. The succulent beef, seared to perfection, mingles with tender yams and succulent prunes, resulting in a stew that is both hearty and comforting. The secret lies in the harmonious blend of spices, including a touch of chili and a hint of cumin, which awaken your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BEEF STEW WITH PRUNES



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Braised dishes like this beef stew may feature green, orange, yellow or red vegetables but their most appetizing color is brown, the shade of brown whose glossy darkness shouts intensity and richness. The key to achieving that glorious color and flavor is sufficient browning of the meat. Don't rush. The good thing is, this savory-sweet stew can almost be ignored while it is cooking and can be made in advance, the night - or even two - before you serve it. Couscous makes a great accompaniment, as does saffron rice, because those bring out the color of the stew. Plain crusty bread is another great option. This is simple cold weather food at its most appealing.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 pounds lean boneless beef, preferably chuck, in 2-inch cubes
Salt and pepper to taste
1 onion, peeled and chopped
3 plum tomatoes, stemmed and chopped (canned are fine)
1 teaspoon sweet paprika, more to taste
1 cinnamon stick
1 bay leaf
1 cup chicken stock
1 cup dry red wine
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup pitted prunes
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or other vinegar, or to taste
Chopped parsley leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Place a deep skillet or casserole that can be covered over medium-high heat, and add oil. Brown meat well on all sides, seasoning with salt and pepper, for 10 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon.
  • In same pot over medium-high heat, sauté onion and tomatoes with a large pinch of salt and some pepper. When they soften, about 5 minutes, stir in paprika, cinnamon, and bay leaf. Return meat to pan, and add stock and wine; bring to a boil, then lower heat, cover, and simmer for 30 minutes. If mixture starts to dry, add a little water or stock.
  • Remove cinnamon and bay leaf, and stir in sugar and prunes. Simmer until prunes and meat are soft, another 30 to 45 minutes. (Dish can be made in advance to this point; let sit for a few hours, or cover and refrigerate for up to a day before reheating and proceeding.) When meat is very tender, uncover pot and add vinegar; if necessary, raise heat so sauce thickens and becomes glossy. Season to taste with salt and pepper, and serve hot, garnished with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 612, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 22 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 53 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 1134 milligrams, Sugar 27 grams, TransFat 1 gram

SPICY STEWED BEEF



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 3h20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
3 pounds beef stew meat or chopped chuck roast
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground chili powder
5 cloves garlic, minced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 cups low-sodium beef broth, plus more if needed
One 7-ounce can chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
2 green onions, thinly sliced
Pimiento Cheese and Bacon Grits, recipe follows, for serving, optional
5 slices thick-cut bacon
1 1/2 cups stone-ground grits
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup half-and-half
Two 4-ounce jars diced pimientos, drained
4 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups grated sharp Cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large pot over high heat, heat the oil and butter. Working in 2 batches, cook the beef until browned on all sides, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the cumin, chili powder, garlic and some salt and pepper and cook for 1 to 2 minutes to deepen the flavors.
  • Add the beef broth and chipotle peppers with adobo sauce, stir and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer until the meat is fall-apart tender and the liquid is thick, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. Check occasionally and add more beef broth if the sauce becomes too thick or dry.
  • Serve immediately and garnish with the green onions, or allow to cool, cover with foil and refrigerate. To reheat, cook at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes. Garnish with the green onions before serving.
  • If serving with the Pimiento Cheese and Bacon Grits, spoon the hot stew over the warm grits in a 9-by-13-inch baking dish and serve immediately or cover with foil and refrigerate. To reheat, cook at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes. Garnish with the green onions before serving.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp, 10 to 12 minutes. Remove it to a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Meanwhile, bring 4 cups of water to a boil in a medium saucepan. Whisk in the grits and salt. Reduce the heat to low, cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 30 minutes.
  • Stir in the half-and-half and cook until the grits are tender and creamy, about 20 more minutes.
  • Add the pimientos, cream cheese, Cheddar and mustard and stir until melted together and combined. Chop the bacon into small pieces and add to the grits. Stir in the pepper and serve.

SPICY BEEF, YAM AND PRUNE STEW



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Categories     Soup/Stew     Beef     Fruit     Tomato     Stew     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Prune     Sweet Potato/Yam     Winter     Cinnamon     Bon Appétit

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound boneless beef chuck, trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large onion, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 28-ounce can Italian-style plum tomatoes
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 whole cloves
1 bay leaf
1 cinnamon stick
2 cups 1-inch pieces peeled yams (red-skinned sweet potatoes)
8 whole pitted prunes
Chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Heat oil in large (preferably nonstick) saucepan over medium-high heat. Add beef; sauté until brown on all sides, about 5 minutes. Add onion and sauté until golden, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes with their juices, garlic, cloves, bay leaf and cinnamon stick and bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 45 minutes.
  • Mix yams and prunes into stew. Cover and simmer until beef and yams are tender, stirring occasionally, about 45 minutes longer. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Discard cloves, bay leaf and cinnamon stick. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

SPICY BEEF, YAM AND PRUNE STEW



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Categories     Beef     Dinner

Yield 4-6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb boneless beef chuck, trimmed cut into 1 inch pieces
salt and pepper
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1 28-oz can Italian-style plum tomatoes
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 whole cloves
1 bay leaf
1 cinnamon stick
2 cups 1-inch pieces peeled yams
8 whole pitted prunes
parsley

Steps:

  • Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large pot over high heat, brown meat well. Add onion, saute until golden, about 5 min. Add tomatoes, garlic, cloves, bay leaf, cinnamon stick, bring to boil. Simmer for 3 hours, stirring often. Add yams, prunes to stew. Cover and simmer for 1 hour, uncover if necessary to adjust liquidity. Sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

SPICY BEEF STEW



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Make and share this Spicy Beef Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Stew

Time 1h52m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb beef round steak
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, smashed
1 (16 ounce) can tomatoes, cut up
1 (10 1/2 ounce) can condensed fat-free reduced-sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
4 large carrots
1 (10 ounce) package frozen chopped broccoli (or fresh)
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • Trim fat from meat.
  • Cut meat into 3/4 inch cubes.
  • Spray a large saucepan with veggie spray.
  • Heat saucepan, add meat, onion and garlic, cook over medium high heat 'til meat is brown and onion is tender.
  • Drain off fat.
  • Stir in undrained tomatoes, broth, chili powder, cumin, basil and 2 cups water.
  • Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 1/2 hours or'til meat is tender.
  • Cut carrots into thin match like strips.
  • Stir carrots and broccoli into meat mixture.
  • Cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes more or 'til tender crisp.
  • Stir together cornstarch and 2 tablespoon cold water.
  • Stir into stew, cook and stir until bubbly, cook and stir for 2 minutes more.

MO'S SPICY BEEF STEW



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Wanting to do something different with the standard beef stew, I added a spicy twist to this family's comfort food. It's quick and easy and sure to please the hungry!

Provided by MOCOOKS2

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Soup Recipes     Beef Soup Recipes

Time 4h30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 12

all-purpose flour
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
ground black pepper to taste
2 ½ pounds beef stew meat, cut into cubes
1 tablespoon olive oil, or more if needed
3 cups water
1 (1.5 ounce) package dry beef stew seasoning mix
2 large potatoes, cut into cubes
1 small onion, chopped
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (such as RO*TEL®)
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce (such as Frank's RedHot®)
1 cup frozen corn

Steps:

  • Mix flour, garlic salt, and black pepper together in a shallow dish.
  • Gently press beef cubes into the flour mixture to coat evenly.
  • Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook and stir beef in batches in hot oil until browned completely, about 5 minutes per batch. Remove browned beef with a slotted spoon to a bowl until all beef is browned.
  • Stir water and beef stew seasoning mix together in a slow cooker until the seasoning is dissolved into the liquid. Add browned beef, potatoes, onion, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers, and hot pepper sauce.
  • Cook on High, 3 1/2 to 4 1/2 hours. Add frozen corn and continue cooking until the corn is hot, about 30 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 435.9 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Cholesterol 99.8 mg, Fat 13.4 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 39 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 933.8 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

SPICY AFRICAN YAM STEW



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This is just like Ground Nut Stew, only without the chicken!! Makes a great Vegetarian Soup! You could switch out Vegetable broth for Chicken if you prefer.

Provided by katie in the UP

Categories     Stew

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 cup chopped tomato
1 -2 chopped jalapeno
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
1 cup diced zucchini
1/2 cup cooked rice
2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a stockpot over medium heat. Saute onion, sweet potato, and garlic until onion is soft. Turn down heat if necessary to prevent burning.
  • Stir in the broth, thyme and cumin. Bring to a boil, cover and simmer for about 15 minutes. Stir in tomatoes, garbanzo beans, jalapenos and zucchini. Simmer until tender, about 15 minutes.
  • Stir in the cooked rice and peanut butter until the peanut butter has dissolved.

SPICED BEEF STEW WITH CARROTS AND CHICKPEAS



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This hearty dinner recipe combines beef with bell pepper, carrots, chickpeas, and Ethiopian berbere seasoning-a spice blend of up to twenty ingredients including chile, paprika, ginger, and garlic. The result is a fragrant stew that will perk up winter palates and delight the senses. To soak up every delicious drop, serve it over a bed of fluffy couscous.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes

Time 3h25m

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds beef chuck (preferably grass-fed), cut into 2-inch pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
Unbleached all-purpose flour, for dusting
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 red onion, chopped
1 red bell pepper, ribs and seeds removed, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 teaspoons berbere seasoning
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
3/4 cup dry red wine, such as Cabernet Sauvignon
3 1/2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
4 carrots (8 ounces), peeled and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 can (15.5 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
Fresh mint leaves, for serving
Cooked couscous, warmed, for serving

Steps:

  • Generously season beef with salt and pepper. Dust with flour and shake off excess. Heat a Dutch oven or other heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high, and swirl in 2 tablespoons oil.
  • Add half of beef in a single layer and cook, turning a few times, until browned in places, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate, leaving fat in pot. Brown remaining beef; transfer to plate.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Swirl remaining 1 tablespoon oil into pot, still over medium-high heat. Cook onion and bell pepper until onions are golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add tomato paste and berbere seasoning and cook, stirring frequently, until tomato paste is caramelized, 1 minute. Add Worcestershire sauce and wine; boil until mostly evaporated.
  • Return beef and any accumulated juices to pot along with broth. Bring to a boil. Cover pot, transfer to oven, and cook 1 1/2 hours. Remove pot from oven and stir carrots into stew. Cover and continue cooking in oven until beef is fork-tender and carrots are easily pierced with the tip of a knife, about 1 hour more. Stir in chickpeas; return to oven for 5 minutes more, just to heat through.
  • Ladle stew into shallow bowls, sprinkle with mint, and serve. Cooled stew can be transferred to an airtight container and refrigerated up to 2 days, or frozen up to 3 months.

SPICY BEEF STEW WITH BEANS & PEPPERS



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Just the thing to warm you up on a cold winter night

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Main course, Supper

Time 3h

Yield Serves 6 adults, or 4 adults and 4 kids

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 ½ tbsp vegetable oil
1kg stewing beef , cut into chunks
1 onion , sliced
2 garlic cloves , sliced
1 tbsp plain flour
1 tbsp black treacle
1 tsp cumin
400g can chopped tomato
600ml beef stock (from a cube is fine)
2 red peppers , deseeded and sliced
400g can cannellini bean , drained and rinsed
soured cream and coriander, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat 1 tbsp of oil in a large saucepan with a lid. Season meat, then cook about one-third over a high heat for 10 mins until browned. Tip onto a plate and repeat with 2 tbsp of oil and rest of the meat.
  • Add a splash of water and scrape pan to remove bits. Add ½ tbsp oil. Turn heat down, fry onion and garlic until softened. Return meat to the pan, add flour and stir for 1 min. Add treacle, cumin, tomatoes and stock. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 1 hr 45 mins. Stir occasionally and check that the meat is covered with liquid.
  • Add peppers and beans, and cook for a further 15 mins. The stew can now be cooled and kept in the fridge for 2 days, or frozen for 1 month. Serve in bowls, with sour cream, coriander and cornbread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 400 calories, Fat 18 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 18 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 8 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 43 grams protein, Sodium 1.2 milligram of sodium

SPICED BEEF WITH STOUT & PRUNES



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Make this spiced beef casserole a couple of days in advance. Ideal for a get together, such as New Year's Eve, serve with mash and buttered savoy cabbage

Provided by Diana Henry

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h5m

Number Of Ingredients 16

1.4kg braising beef, cut into 2.5cm pieces
3½ tbsp vegetable oil
1 onion, finely chopped
½ tsp ground allspice
a pinch of ground cloves
1 cinnamon stick
10 juniper berries, crushed
grating of nutmeg
200ml stout
500ml beef stock
275g carrots (about 2 large), cut into chunks
3 tsp muscovado sugar
2 bay leaves
125g pitted prunes, roughly chopped
125g small baby onions
1 tbsp finely chopped parsley

Steps:

  • Pat the beef dry using kitchen paper. Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large flameproof casserole, and fry the beef in batches over a high heat until browned on all sides. Transfer the browned batches to a bowl using a slotted spoon as you continue frying the remainder.
  • When all the meat is browned, heat another 1 tbsp oil in the casserole, and fry the onion for 12 mins until soft and pale golden. Stir in the allspice, cloves, cinnamon stick, juniper berries, and a generous grating of nutmeg.
  • Pour in the stout and cook over a medium heat until it has reduced by half. Stir in the stock, carrots, sugar, bay leaves and some seasoning. Return the browned meat to the pan, and bring the mixture the boil. When it's boiling, immediately reduce the heat to low and cover. Cook for 1 hr 30 mins, stirring and checking the seasoning every so often. In the last 20 mins of cooking time, stir in the prunes (if you do this any sooner, the prunes will fall apart).
  • Meanwhile, peel the baby onions and fry these in a small frying pan in the remaining oil over a medium-low heat until golden on the outside and soft in the middle (you may need to add a little stock or water to the pan to help them soften, if they're slightly bigger). The baby onions should be tender, but not falling apart. Stir these into the braise, check the seasoning again, and scatter over the chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 504 calories, Fat 25 grams fat, SaturatedFat 8 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 49 grams protein, Sodium 0.3 milligram of sodium

HEARTY BEEF & SWEET POTATO STEW



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I have fond memories of growing up in an Irish-Italian family and learning to cook from my grandparents. Beefy stew reminds me of their precious contributions. -Renee Murphy, Smithtown, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h40m

Yield 8 servings (2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 17

3 tablespoons canola oil, divided
1-1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck steak, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 medium onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) reduced-sodium beef broth
1/3 cup dry red wine or additional reduced-sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons cold water
1-1/4 pounds sweet potatoes (about 2 medium), cut into 1-inch cubes
1 pound baby portobello mushrooms, halved
4 medium carrots, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 medium parsnips, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1 medium turnip, cut into 3/4-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°. In an ovenproof Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Brown beef in batches. Remove with a slotted spoon., Add remaining oil to pan. Add onions; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add broth and wine, stirring to remove browned bits from pan. Stir in thyme, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper. Return beef to pan; bring to a boil. Transfer to oven; bake, covered, 1-1/4 hours., In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into stew. Add sweet potatoes, mushrooms, carrots, parsnips and turnip to pan. Bake, covered, 45-60 minutes longer or until beef and vegetables are tender. If desired, strain cooking juices; skim fat. Return cooking juices to Dutch oven.

Nutrition Facts :

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Beef: Select a cut of beef that is suitable for stewing, such as chuck roast, brisket, or short ribs. These cuts have a good amount of connective tissue that breaks down during cooking, resulting in tender and flavorful meat.
  • Brown the Beef: Before adding the beef to the stew, brown it in a hot skillet. This will help develop flavor and color.
  • Use a Variety of Vegetables: In addition to yams and prunes, feel free to add other vegetables to the stew, such as carrots, celery, onions, and potatoes. This will add flavor and nutrients to the dish.
  • Add Some Heat: If you like spicy food, add a teaspoon or two of chili powder or cayenne pepper to the stew. You can also add a chopped jalapeño pepper for an extra kick.
  • Simmer for Flavor: Let the stew simmer for at least 1 hour, or until the beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked through. The longer you simmer the stew, the more flavorful it will be.
  • Serve with Sides: This stew is delicious served with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread. You can also add a dollop of sour cream or yogurt for a creamy finish.

Conclusion:

Spicy beef, yam, and prune stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The beef is tender and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. The combination of spices, yams, and prunes creates a unique and delicious flavor that is sure to please everyone at the table. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give this stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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