Best 8 Zesty Beef Stew Recipes

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Looking for a hearty and flavorful dish to warm you up on a chilly evening? Look no further than zesty beef stew! This classic comfort food is easy to make and packed with flavor, thanks to the combination of tender beef, savory vegetables, and a rich, tangy sauce. With a few simple ingredients and a little time, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will love. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this guide will provide you with all the information you need to make the best zesty beef stew.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

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

ZESTY BEEF STEW



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Preparation couldn't be simpler for this hearty no-fuss stew! I created this dish when I didn't have some of my usual ingredients for vegetable beef soup. My husband says it's the best I ever made! -Margaret Turza, South Bend, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h40m

Yield 6 servings (1-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 package (16 ounces) frozen mixed vegetables, thawed
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1-1/2 cups water
1 can (8 ounces) pizza sauce
2 tablespoons medium pearl barley
1 tablespoon dried minced onion
2 teaspoons beef bouillon granules
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cover and cook on low until meat is tender, 3-1/2 to 4-1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 251 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 526mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 21g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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 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

ZESTY BEEF ROAST



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One day when I ran out of ketchup, I substituted horseradish in the sauce for the meatballs I was making. It was delicious, so next I decided to try it on a roast. It, too, was a winner.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 beef sirloin tip roast or boneless beef rump roast (3 pounds)
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup beef broth
1/4 to 1/3 cup prepared horseradish
1 cup chopped onion
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup all-purpose flour
2/3 cup cold water

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown roast on all sides in oil. Add broth. Spread horseradish over roast; sprinkle with onion, salt and pepper. Cover and bake at 350° for 2 hours or until tender, basting frequently. Remove roast from the pan; let stand for 10 minutes. , Meanwhile, pour the pan juices into a large measuring cup; add water to equal 2 cups. Return to pan. Combine flour and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into pan juices. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Add additional water if a thinner gravy is desired. Slice roast; serve with gravy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 12g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 102mg cholesterol, Sodium 255mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 35g protein.

ZESTY BEEF AND ONION STEW



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No browning is necessary for the rich, one-pot stew. Just toss the cubed beef with garlic paste and roast it without adding liquid. Use a heavy pot with a tight-fitting lid to keep in the moisture.

Provided by Jenny Sanders

Categories     Stew

Time 3h15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 teaspoons minced garlic
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
2 lbs beef chuck, trimmed and cut into 1 inch cubes
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
1 (10 ounce) package pearl onions
1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with mild green chilies

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 325 degrees.
  • With the flat side of a knife, crush the garlic with ¼ tsp salt to make paste.
  • Combine the garlic paste, beef, remaining ½ tsp salt and pepper in a heavy dutch oven.
  • Cover and bake for 2 hours.
  • Bring 2 quarts water to boil in a saucepan.
  • Add onion and cook for 1 minute.
  • Drain in colander.
  • Cut off stem end and peel.
  • Stir onion and tomatoes and chilies with liquid into beef mixture.
  • Cover and bake for 30 minutes longer until meat and onions are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 621.2, Fat 44.5, SaturatedFat 18, Cholesterol 156.5, Sodium 856.5, Carbohydrate 10.3, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 3, Protein 43

CLASSIC BEEF STEW RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: kroger beef chuck roast, kosher salt, black pepper, canola oil, yellow onion, celery, carrot, garlic, tomato paste, red wine, beef stock, diced tomatoes, dried rosemary, dried thyme, bay leaf, egg noodle

Provided by Katie Aubin

Categories     Dinner

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lb kroger beef chuck roast
½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for taste
½ teaspoon black pepper, plus more to taste
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 cups yellow onion, diced
2 cups celery
2 cups carrot, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup red wine
2 cups beef stock
28 oz diced tomatoes
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 bay leaf
egg noodle, cooked, for serving

Steps:

  • Cut the beef into cubes, then season generously with salt and pepper.
  • Heat the canola oil in a large Dutch oven or pot over medium high heat. Working in batches, sear the beef on all sides until well browned. Do not overcrowd the pan. Transfer the meat to a plate and set aside.
  • Add the onion, celery, carrots, and garlic to the pan and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the tomato paste to the center of the pot and cook for 1 minute. Stir the tomato paste into the vegetables and continue cooking until fragrant, about 5 minutes.
  • Pour in the wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot with a wooden spoon.
  • Add the beef stock and tomatoes and stir to combine, then add the rosemary, thyme, pepper, salt, and bay leaf. Return the beef to the pot, making sure it is submerged in the braising liquid.
  • Bring to a boil, then cover, reduce the heat to low, and simmer until the meat is tender, about 3 hours.
  • Shred larger pieces of beef with a fork or tongs. Serve the braised beef and sauce over cooked egg noodles.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 565 calories, Carbohydrate 45 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 51 grams, Sugar 16 grams

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.

Tips:

  • Sear the beef: This step helps to develop flavor and create a nice crust on the meat.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, color, and nutrients to the stew.
  • Brown the vegetables before adding them to the stew: This will help them to caramelize and develop more flavor.
  • Use a good quality red wine: This will add depth of flavor to the stew.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 2 hours: This will allow the flavors to develop and the meat to become tender.
  • Serve the stew over mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles: This will help to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Zesty beef stew is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a few simple tips, you can make a zesty beef stew that is sure to impress your family and friends.

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