Slow-Cooker Colombian Beef and Sweet Potato Stew

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
19%
Slow-Cooker Colombian Beef and Sweet Potato Stew
390 min.
6
265kcal

Suggestions


Warm up your kitchen and your heart with this delightful Slow-Cooker Colombian Beef and Sweet Potato Stew. Perfect for those chilly evenings, this hearty dish combines tender chunks of beef chuck with the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes, creating a comforting meal that is both gluten-free and dairy-free. The rich flavors of garlic, cinnamon, and bay leaves infuse the stew, while the addition of dried apricots adds a surprising touch of sweetness that beautifully balances the savory elements.

Imagine coming home after a long day to the enticing aroma of this stew wafting through your home. With minimal prep time, you can set it and forget it, allowing the slow cooker to work its magic. In just 6 to 8 hours, you’ll have a delicious, nutritious meal ready to serve, making it an ideal choice for busy families or anyone looking to enjoy a wholesome dinner without the fuss.

This recipe serves six, making it perfect for family gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead. Each serving is packed with flavor and nutrition, boasting only 265 calories, so you can indulge without the guilt. Top it off with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness. Dive into this Colombian-inspired stew and experience a taste of comfort that will leave you craving more!

Ingredients

  • lb beef chuck boneless
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper 
  • 1.5 teaspoons vegetable oil 
  • cups sweet potatoes and into peeled
  • teaspoons garlic finely chopped
  •  cloves whole
  •  bay leaves dried
  • stick cinnamon 
  • large onion cut into eighths
  • 28 oz canned tomatoes whole with basil, undrained organic peeled canned
  •  apricot dried cut in half
  • serving parsley fresh chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Remove excess fat from beef.
  2. Cut beef into 1-inch pieces.
  3. Sprinkle beef with salt and pepper. In 10-inch skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Cook beef in oil about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until brown.
  4. In 4- to 5-quart slow cooker, mix beef and remaining ingredients except apricots and parsley. Cover; cook on Low heat setting 6 to 8 hours or until beef is tender.
  5. Stir in apricots. Cover; cook on Low heat setting about 15 minutes or until apricots are softened. Discard cloves, bay leaf and cinnamon stick.
  6. Sprinkle stew with parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories265kcal
Protein25.22%
Fat33.12%
Carbs41.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36.23
Glycemic Load
9.21
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
21.901304431584%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
1.46mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
1.25mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
5.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:265.02kcal
13.25%
Fat:10.12g
15.57%
Saturated Fat:4.04g
25.25%
Carbohydrates:28.64g
9.55%
Net Carbohydrates:23.71g
8.62%
Sugar:12.71g
14.13%
Cholesterol:52.16mg
17.39%
Sodium:483.66mg
21.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.33g
34.67%
Vitamin A:10043.46IU
200.87%
Zinc:6.19mg
41.25%
Vitamin B12:2.06µg
34.4%
Vitamin B6:0.64mg
31.77%
Potassium:896.18mg
25.61%
Manganese:0.51mg
25.53%
Vitamin B3:4.91mg
24.56%
Selenium:16.63µg
23.76%
Phosphorus:216.61mg
21.66%
Iron:3.73mg
20.72%
Vitamin C:17.09mg
20.71%
Fiber:4.92g
19.69%
Vitamin K:20.03µg
19.08%
Copper:0.29mg
14.58%
Vitamin B2:0.24mg
14.11%
Magnesium:52.73mg
13.18%
Vitamin B5:1.25mg
12.5%
Vitamin E:1.8mg
12.01%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.82%
Calcium:95.06mg
9.51%
Folate:27.12µg
6.78%