A Spicy Beef Stew Recipe from Barbados

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth reduces calories and can be made easily.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño provides heat, while bell pepper offers sweetness without spice.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is often more affordable.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add beef to the pot and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Mix in thyme, bay leaves, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

Add chopped carrots, potatoes, and bell peppers to the pot.

Pour in beef broth and soy sauce, stirring to combine all ingredients.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, until beef is tender and flavors meld.

Add chopped tomatoes and scotch bonnet pepper, cooking for an additional 15 minutes.

Stir in lime juice and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

Spice Level: