One-Pot Spiced Beef and Sweet Potato Stew
A hearty, warming stew featuring tender beef chunks and sweet potatoes simmered with aromatic spices for a comforting meal. This mediterranean-inspired beef ready in about 70 minutes pairs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes, medium yellow onion, diced, garlic cloves, minced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 380 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
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Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add 1 lb beef chuck cubes and brown on all sides for 5-7 minutes until nicely seared. Remove beef and set aside.
- Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 medium diced yellow onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 3: Stir in 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano, cooking for 30 seconds to release the aromas.
- Step 4: Add 2 cups diced sweet potatoes, 2 tbsp tomato paste, and 3 cups beef broth. Return the browned beef to the pot and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- Step 5: Bring stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for 45 minutes until beef is tender and sweet potatoes are cooked through.
- Step 6: Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Spiced Beef and Sweet Potato Stew take to make?
Total time is about 70 minutes (15 min prep + 55 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Spiced Beef and Sweet Potato Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep medium yellow onion, diced from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Spiced Beef and Sweet Potato Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Spiced Beef and Sweet Potato Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Spiced Beef and Sweet Potato Stew?
Mediterranean beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
