Slow-Cooked Bolivian Beef Stew with Aji Amarillo

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-05 · Updated 2026-08-05

A hearty Bolivian-inspired beef stew simmered with aji amarillo peppers, potatoes, and traditional spices for a comforting meal. This Latin American-inspired beef recipe, ready in about 140 minutes, pairs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes, aji amarillo paste, yellow potatoes, peeled and diced for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 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

• 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp aji amarillo paste
• 3 cups yellow potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottom pot over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs beef chuck cubes and brown on all sides for about 6-7 minutes, turning occasionally until deeply caramelized.
2. Step 2: Reduce heat to medium, add 1 medium finely chopped onion and 4 minced garlic cloves, sauté for 4 minutes until the onion is translucent and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp aji amarillo paste, 1 tsp ground cumin, and 1 tsp dried oregano, cooking for 2 minutes until the spices release their aroma.
4. Step 4: Pour in 4 cups beef broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to deglaze and incorporate browned bits. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 1 1/2 hours until the beef is tender.
5. Step 5: Add 3 cups diced yellow potatoes, 1 1/2 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Continue simmering uncovered for 30 minutes until potatoes are soft and stew thickens.
6. Step 6: Remove from heat and stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro before serving to add a fresh herbal note.