Name: recipe crockpot beef stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: PT-491803H55M19S
Total time: 4 h 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 kg (3.3 lb) Beef Chuck, cut into 2 cm cubes; 2 Tbsp (30 g) Olive Oil, divided; 2 Tbsp (30 g) Coffee-Cocoa Rub (1 Tbsp coffee, 1 Tbsp cocoa, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp salt, 0.5 tsp pepper); 1 Large Onion, diced (≈200 g / 7 oz); 3 Carrots, sliced (≈300 g / 10 oz); 2 Celery Stalks, sliced (≈150 g / 5 oz); 3 Garlic Cloves, minced, divided; 2 Medium Potatoes, cubed (≈400 g / 14 oz); 250 ml (1 cup) Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth; 250 ml (1 cup) Water; 2 Tbsp (30 ml) Tomato Paste; 1 tsp (5 g) Dried Thyme; 1 Bay Leaf; 1 Tbsp (15 ml) Halal Soy Sauce; Herb-Garlic Drizzle: 60 ml (¼ cup) Olive Oil, 2 Garlic Cloves, 2 Tbsp Parsley, 1 tsp Lemon Juice, pinch of Salt

Description

This Crockpot Beef Stew features a unique coffee-cocoa rub for depth of flavor and a vibrant herb-garlic drizzle for freshness. It’s a hearty and comforting meal perfect for a cozy night in.

Ingredients

Scale

1.5 kg (3.3 lb) Beef Chuck, cut into 2 cm cubes
2 Tbsp (30 g) Olive Oil, divided
2 Tbsp (30 g) Coffee-Cocoa Rub (1 Tbsp coffee, 1 Tbsp cocoa, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tsp cumin, 1 tsp salt, 0.5 tsp pepper)
1 Large Onion, diced (≈200 g / 7 oz)
3 Carrots, sliced (≈300 g / 10 oz)
2 Celery Stalks, sliced (≈150 g / 5 oz)
3 Garlic Cloves, minced, divided
2 Medium Potatoes, cubed (≈400 g / 14 oz)
250 ml (1 cup) Low-Sodium Vegetable Broth
250 ml (1 cup) Water
2 Tbsp (30 ml) Tomato Paste
1 tsp (5 g) Dried Thyme
1 Bay Leaf
1 Tbsp (15 ml) Halal Soy Sauce
Herb-Garlic Drizzle: 60 ml (¼ cup) Olive Oil, 2 Garlic Cloves, 2 Tbsp Parsley, 1 tsp Lemon Juice, pinch of Salt

Instructions

Prepare Beef: Dry beef cubes and coat with coffee-cocoa rub; rest for 10 minutes.
Sear Beef: Sear beef in batches until browned on all sides; transfer to crockpot.
Sauté Aromatics: Sauté onion, carrots, and celery; add half the garlic during the last minute.
Combine in Crockpot: Add vegetables to crockpot with beef, potatoes, broth, water, tomato paste, thyme, bay leaf, and soy sauce.
Slow Cook: Cook on LOW for 8-9 hours or HIGH for 4-5 hours.
Prepare Drizzle: Whisk together drizzle ingredients.
Finish & Serve: Stir in half the drizzle; remove bay leaf; adjust seasoning; ladle and drizzle.

Notes

For best results, use halal-certified beef and soy sauce. The coffee rub adds a unique depth of flavor.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 4-9 hours
Category: Stew
Method: Slow Cooker
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 cups
Calories: 450 kcal
Sugar: 10 g
Sodium: 600 mg
Fat: 25 g
Saturated Fat: 8 g
Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 5 g
Protein: 30 g
Cholesterol: 100 mg

Keywords: beef stew,crockpot,slow cooker,coffee rub,herb drizzle,comfort food,halal,winter,easy