Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Amazonian Peppers

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A hearty Brazilian-inspired beef stew featuring tender chunks of beef simmered with aromatic Amazonian peppers and root vegetables. This brazilian-inspired beef ready in about 140 minutes pairs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes, Amazonian sweet peppers, chopped, medium yellow onion, diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 120 min Serves 4 Brazilian cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a heavy-bottom pot over medium-high heat. Add 1.5 lbs beef chuck cubes and sear for 5 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides.
  2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves and 1 diced medium yellow onion to the pot, sautéing for 3 minutes until fragrant and translucent.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup chopped Amazonian sweet peppers, 2 sliced medium carrots, and 1 cup peeled and cubed yuca. Cook for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 4 cups beef broth, then add 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce to low heat, cover, and simmer for 2 hours until beef is tender and vegetables are soft.
  5. Step 5: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro. Serve hot garnished with additional cilantro if desired.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Amazonian Peppers take to make?

Total time is about 140 minutes (20 min prep + 120 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 Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Amazonian Peppers?

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 Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Amazonian Peppers?

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 Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Amazonian Peppers 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 Slow-Cooked Beef Stew with Amazonian Peppers?

Brazilian 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.

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