Crock Pot Hawaiian Beef Stew

This Crock Pot Hawaiian Beef Stew is a rich and savory recipe, which includes beef chuck and shoyu (soy sauce). It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 8 hours and 20 minutes.

Crock Pot Hawaiian Beef Stew Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• ½ cup all-purpose flour, divided
• 2 pounds beef chuck, trimmed and cubed into 1-inch pieces
• 2 teaspoons kosher salt
• 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
• 2 stalks celery, finely sliced
• 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 medium yellow onions, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
• ½ cup shoyu (or low-sodium soy sauce)
• ½ cup Worcestershire sauce
• 4 cups low-sodium beef stock, divided
• Cooked rice, for serving

How To Make Crock Pot Hawaiian Beef Stew

1. Season and dredge the beef: Pat the beef dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper, then dredge in ¼ cup flour, shaking off the excess.
2. Brown the beef: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Brown beef on all sides, working in batches. Transfer browned beef to the crock pot.
3. Add vegetables and liquids: Add celery, carrots, onions, potatoes, tomato paste, tomato sauce, shoyu, Worcestershire, and 3½ cups beef stock to the crock pot. Stir to combine.
4. Slow cook: Cover and cook on low for 7–8 hours or high for 4–5 hours, until beef is fall-apart tender.
5. Thicken the stew: Whisk ¼ cup flour with ½ cup beef stock to make a slurry. Stir into the stew and simmer for 1–2 minutes more in the slow cooker (or transfer to a pot to finish on the stovetop if preferred).
6. Serve: Spoon over a bed of white rice and enjoy!

Recipe Tips

• How to thicken beef stew in a crock pot:
  Use a slurry of flour and broth, stirred in at the end to quickly thicken the stew.
• Can I skip browning the meat?
  You can, but browning adds flavor. Use the slow cooker’s searing function if it has one.
• What’s the best soy sauce for Hawaiian stew?
  Traditional shoyu is ideal, but low-sodium soy sauce works well too.
• Can I prep this ahead?
  Yes, brown the beef and chop the veggies in advance. Store everything in the fridge overnight.
• What cut of beef works best?
  Chuck roast is perfect—it becomes tender and flavorful after slow cooking.

What To Serve With Hawaiian Beef Stew

This island-style stew is traditionally served over rice, but you can also try:

• Steamed jasmine or brown rice
• Hawaiian sweet rolls
• Grilled pineapple slices
• Simple cabbage salad
• Roasted or sautéed green beans

How To Store Hawaiian Beef Stew

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days.
Freeze: Freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat on the stove or in the microwave.

Hawaiian Beef Stew Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 445
• Protein: 37.8g
• Fat: 15.2g
• Carbohydrates: 40.2g
• Fiber: 4.9g
• Sugar: 9.9g
• Sodium: 1888mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I cook this stew on the stovetop instead?
Yes, simmer it covered on low heat for 2–3 hours until the beef is tender.

What makes this stew “Hawaiian”?
It’s the use of shoyu, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato-based broth that gives it a sweet-savory island flavor.

Can I add pineapple to this stew?
Yes, for a sweet twist, stir in chunks of pineapple during the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Do I need to peel the potatoes?
Peeling is optional. Yukon Gold potatoes hold their shape well either way.

What if I don’t have tomato paste?
You can use extra tomato sauce, though the stew may be slightly less rich.

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