One-Pot Spiced Beef and Tomato Stew

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-02 · Updated 2026-05-02

A hearty beef stew simmered with tomatoes and warming spices, perfect for cozy dinners. This mediterranean-inspired beef ready in about 90 minutes pairs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes, olive oil, onion, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 6, 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

• 1.5 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 medium (about 1 cup) onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 14 oz canned diced tomatoes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 2 medium carrots, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
• 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add 1.5 lbs beef chuck cubes in batches, browning on all sides for 3-4 minutes per batch, then remove and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 cup diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened and translucent. Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, and 1/2 tsp dried oregano, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Step 3: Return the browned beef to the pot, then pour in 14 oz canned diced tomatoes and 2 cups beef broth. Stir to combine.
4. Step 4: Add 2 medium sliced carrots and 1 chopped red bell pepper, season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour until beef is tender and carrots are soft.
5. Step 5: Remove lid and simmer uncovered for 10 minutes to thicken the sauce slightly. Stir in 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley before serving.