Mild Spicy Beef Stew

Here is my version of mild spicy beef stew that is made with soft potatoes, tender beef, and sweet bell peppers. It has a bit of spice from paprika and crushed red pepper, but it’s not too hot. You can serve it with rice for lunch or dinner.

If you prefer a regular beef stew without any heat, you can skip the crushed red pepper. Leaving it out won’t affect the overall flavor much.

Ingredients for Mild Spicy Beef Stew

• 1 lb. beef stew meat
• 2 large potatoes, cubed
• 4 tbsp. unsalted butter
• 3 cups hot water
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1 large red bell pepper, cubed
• 1 large yellow bell pepper, cubed
• 4 beef cubes
• 1 large onion, cubed
• 1 tbsp. minced garlic
• 1 tbsp. paprika
• 1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper
• A pinch of salt
• A pinch of ground black pepper

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare the Beef

In a non-stick pan or skillet, melt 2 tbsp of butter over medium-high heat. Brown the beef evenly, then transfer it to a bowl and set aside.

2. Saute the Seasoning Vegetables

In the same pan (don’t discard the sauce from the beef for more flavor), add the remaining 2 tbsp butter and, cubed bell peppers, onions, and minced garlic. Cover and cook for 10 minutes. Stir once at the 5-minute mark to prevent the seasoning vegetables from sticking.

3. Combine All Ingredients

Remove the cover and add the browned beef back into the pan. Then add the potatoes and the rest of the ingredients. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors.

4. Cook Until Tender

Let the stew cook for 10–20 minutes or until the beef and potatoes are tender. Stir occasionally to ensure nothing sticks to the bottom.

5. Final Touches

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a bit more salt or crushed red pepper if you prefer a stronger flavor.

6. Serve and Enjoy

Serve the beef stew hot over white rice because pairing it with rice is what makes it a perfect meal.

This mild spicy beef stew has a simple mix of tender meat, soft vegetables, and a light kick of spice. It’s easy to cook, has affordable ingredients, and makes a filling meal for you, your family, or your guests. You can make it for lunch or dinner, or when you have people over. Perfect pair with rice or try it with bread to enjoy.

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Mild Spicy Beef Stew Recipe

Easy and tender mild spicy beef stew recipe that is filling and perfect dish for lunch or dinner.

Course: dinner, lunch, Main Course

Cuisine: African, American, European, Indian, Philippines, Southeast Asia

Keyword: beef chunks, beef stew, southern food, spicy beef

Ingredients

• 1 lb beef stew meat
• 2 large potatoes, cubed
• 4 tbsp butter, unsalted
• 3 cups hot water
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1 large red bell pepper, cubed
• 1 large yellow bell pepper, cubed
• 4 pcs beef cubes
• 1 large onion, cubed
• 1 tbsp garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
• pinch of salt, to taste
• pinch of ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. In a non-stick pan or skillet, melt the 2 tbsp of butter over medium-high heat. Brown the beef evenly, then transfer it to a bowl and set aside.

2. In the same pan (don't discard the sauce from the beef for more flavor), add the remaining 2 tbsp butter and cubed bell peppers, onions, and minced garlic. Cover and cook for 10 minutes. Stir once at the 5-minute mark to prevent the seasoning vegetables from sticking.

3. Remove the cover and add the browned beef back into the pan. Then add the potatoes and the rest of the ingredients. Mix thoroughly to combine all the flavors.

4. Let the stew cook for 10–20 minutes or until the beef and potatoes are tender. Stir occasionally to ensure nothing sticks to the bottom.

5. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Add a bit more salt or crushed red pepper if you prefer a stronger flavor.

6. Serve the mild spicy beef stew hot over white rice because pairing it with rice is what makes it a perfect meal. Enjoy!

Watch the video recipe of how I make this mild spicy beef stew.

If you have any comments or recommendations about this recipe, please leave a comment below. Happy cooking!

Try These Other Beef Cubed Recipes

• Beef Caldereta with Eggplant
• Beef Caldereta Recipe (Without Liver Paste)

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