Prep: 20 Minutes Cook: 8 - 9 Hours Slow Cook Numbers of Serves: 6 to 8 Serves

spiced-pot-roast-american-homemade-recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 boneless beef chuck roast (2-1/2 pounds)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1/4 cup white vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons tomato puree
  • 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 4-1/2 teaspoons poppy seeds
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2-1/4 teaspoons sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • Hot cooked noodles
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    Instructions

    Place roast in a slow cooker. In a large bowl, combine the onion, tomatoes, vinegar, tomato puree, mustard, lemon juice and seasonings; pour over roast. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until meat is tender. Discard bay leaf. Thicken cooking juices if desired. Serve over noodles.

    Yield: 6-8 servings.

    For Nutritional And Health Benefits

    This delicious and aromatic dish not only provides the tongue with excellent taste but also provides the human body with rich energy and healthy ingredients. The beef included in it is an excellent source of high-quality protein, which is essential for muscle growth, repair and strengthening. Along with this, this meat is rich in iron, zinc and vitamin B, which help in removing anemia in the body and increasing immunity. The antioxidants present in vegetables like tomatoes, onions and garlic protect cells from damage and improve heart health. The spices used in this recipe, such as turmeric, ginger and cloves, work against inflammation and keep the digestive system active. Mint or poppy seeds provide calcium for strong bones. When this lean meat is cooked and served with pasta or rice, it becomes a balanced meal, providing the body with the right ratio of carbohydrates, protein and essential fats, which helps to keep you energized throughout the day.

    For Pro Tips And Substitute Ingredients

    The secret to making this traditional dish perfectly tender, juicy and unique is to cook the meat over low heat for a long time, as cooking it too quickly can make it tough. Before cooking, pat the meat dry and lightly brown it in a pan, this will preserve the juices inside the meat and double the flavor. People usually remove the fat completely, but a little fat gives the gravy the best texture. If you want to make this dish even healthier, use organic honey or jaggery instead of white sugar. Also, if you want to avoid market noodles, you can serve this dish with barley porridge, brown rice or boiled sweet potatoes, which are rich in fiber. Using apple cider vinegar instead of light vinegar makes it even more digestible and adds a unique sourness to the taste that makes the dish even more delicious.

    For Serving And Storing

    Serving the finished hot meat with boiled egg noodles, mashed potatoes or warm tandoori roti is an excellent choice. Accompanying it with fresh mint raita, lemon and onion cucumber salad, or lightly roasted vegetables such as broccoli and carrots, enhances the glory of this meal. If the food is left over, to preserve it, first let it cool completely at room temperature, then seal it in an airtight container and refrigerate, where it will stay perfectly fresh for three to four days. If you want to keep it for a long time, it can be stored in the freezer for up to three months. When reheating, use a stove on low heat instead of the microwave and add two to three tablespoons of water or broth to prevent the gravy from drying out. Covering the pot and gently heating it will make the meat tender, delicious, and crispy again, and its fresh flavor will be fully preserved.