Jerk Beef Stew W/ white rice & Veggies
Overall rating: 10/10 🤌🏾😍
Beef Stew: mild jerk seasoning, Black pepper, Mrs dash garlic and herb, onion minced, Sazon, paprika, Goya total seasoning( green top)
Put the meat in the pot with chopped onions and bell peppers and a small bit of water, let it simmer and brown on high so the meat can soak up the seasonings. Then add more water to cover the meat and lower the fire to medium low and let it cook until tender. I added the vegetables to cook with the meat. Then used Mccormick gravy and let it boil until it thickened.
This Jerk Beef Stew is truly one of my favorite comfort meals, especially when I’m looking for something hearty and satisfying for a Sunday lunch. There’s just something about tender beef, rich gravy, and fluffy rice that feels like a warm hug in a bowl! If you’ve been searching for a delicious rice, meat, and veggies combination, this recipe is a total winner. One of the keys to a truly amazing beef stew is making sure the meat is incredibly tender. While the original recipe mentions simmering until tender, a little trick I've learned is to brown the beef really well first to lock in the flavor. Then, if you have the time, letting it simmer on low for an extended period (think 2-3 hours) can make all the difference. Some days, I even use my slow cooker after browning – just toss everything in and let it do its magic for 6-8 hours on low. The beef practically melts in your mouth! For the seasoning, using a mild jerk seasoning gives it that fantastic Caribbean twist without being overwhelmingly spicy, which is perfect for a family meal. I love to build layers of flavor by adding a mix of spices like Sazon, paprika, and Goya total seasoning alongside the fresh onions and bell peppers. These ingredients work together to create a deeply savory and aromatic base for the stew. Don’t be shy with the garlic and herb blend either; it really brightens up the whole dish. When it comes to the 'veggies' part of our rice, meat, and veggies trio, there's so much room to play! Beyond the bell peppers that go into the stew, I often add other hearty vegetables. Carrots, potatoes, and even corn (just like I saw in some of my pictures!) are excellent additions. You can toss them in during the last hour of cooking so they get tender but still hold their shape. Serving it alongside a crisp green salad, as many of you might look for in a Sunday lunch spread, really balances out the richness of the stew. A simple vinaigrette on the salad can cut through the savory flavors beautifully. And let's talk about making this a cheap meal! Beef stew, while sounding fancy, can be quite budget-friendly. Opt for cuts of beef like chuck roast or stewing beef, which become incredibly tender with slow cooking and are often more affordable. Loading up on seasonal vegetables also keeps costs down. This meal stretches well too; it’s fantastic for leftovers, making it perfect for meal prep throughout the week. You can even freeze portions for those busy weeknights when you need a delicious homemade meal in a flash. It’s a hearty, flavorful, and economical choice that always satisfies!
