Slow Cooker Beef Quinoa Stew

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Looking for a hearty and nutritious meal that practically cooks itself? Look no further than this slow cooker beef quinoa stew recipe. Packed with tender beef, a medley of vegetables, and protein-rich quinoa, this stew is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to prepare. Simply throw all the ingredients into your slow cooker in the morning, and by dinnertime, you'll have a comforting and flavorful stew waiting for you. With its combination of slow-cooked flavors and healthy ingredients, this recipe is perfect for busy days or cozy nights in.

Keywords: slow cooker, beef, quinoa, stew, easy

slow cooker beef quinoa stew recipe details

Slow cooker beef quinoa stew recipe, recipe Rating: 4.7
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A simple, easy stew that incorporates quinoa without losing any delicious meaty flavor. Inspired by wsf’s “Sabbath Stew.”
Ready in: 8 hours 10 mins

Ingredients

Serves: 6

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 8 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 large onions, chopped
• 1 pound beef stew meat, chopped
• 2 cups beef stock
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed well
• Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation method

Prep: 10 mins | Cook: 8 hours

1. Heat oil in the bottom of a large saucepan to medium heat. Add the garlic and onions, and cook until opaque. Remove garlic and onions; reserve on a plate.
2. Raise heat up to high/medium-high, then sear the beef in the remaining oil. Transfer to slow cooker and add the onions, beef stock, quinoa, and salt and pepper to taste.
3. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours, adding more stock if needed.Alternate Method

Cook the stew on HIGH for about 4 hours.

Tip

To thicken the stew, combine 2 tablespoons of cornstarch and 2 tablespoons of cold water in a small bowl. Slowly stir cornstarch mixture into stew with slow cooker set to HIGH, then repeat until desired thickness is reached.