Fiesta Stew

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 1/2 lbs lean stewing beef, cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 3/4 cup apple juice
  • 6 small white potatoes, cubed (no need to peel)
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 medium onion, slivered
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (4 ounce) can green chilies
  • 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 medium green bell pepper, cut into 2-inch strips
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into 2-inch strips
  • 1 -2 granny smith apple, cored and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped, for garnish
  • cheddar cheese, shredded, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Combine flour, cumin, chili powder, garlic powder and cinnamon in a large bowl.
  2. Add the beef cubes and toss to coat.
  3. Heat the oil in a large, heavy pot over medium-high heat.
  4. Brown the beef on all sides, in batches if necessary.
  5. Return all of the beef to the pot and add beef broth and apple juice.
  6. Cover and simmer over medium heat until the meat is tender, about 1 hour.
  7. Add the potatoes, onions, diced tomatoes, green chilies, tomato sauce and honey; cook for 20 minutes.
  8. Add bell peppers and cook for 10 minutes.
  9. Add the apples and kidney beans, cover and simmer until the apples are tender, about 15 minutes.
  10. Serve in shallow bowls garnished with parsley and shredded cheese.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

1002 kcal 50% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 35.3g 71% DV
Total Fat 39.9g 51% DV
Carbs 152.9g 56% DV
Fiber 42g 100% DV
Sugar 36.1g 72% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 1642mg 71% DV
Potassium 3633.5mg 77% DV
Cholesterol 38.5mg 13% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 774.8mcg 86% DV
Vitamin C 127.6mg 100% DV
Vitamin D 0.2mcg 1% DV
Calcium 867.8mg 67% DV
Iron 41.3mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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