# Sweet Chili Beef Stew *Published:* 2025-11-05 *Author:* Ali Nahhas [ Jump to Recipe](#recipe)[ Print Recipe](https://staging.aladdinshouston.com/aladdins_print/36073) Mediterranean Kitchen · Slow-CookedSweet Chili Beef Stew ===================== A rich and comforting Sweet Chili Beef Stew simmered with tender lamb meatballs, potatoes, carrots, and chili peppers — a slow-cooked [Mediterranean](https://staging.aladdinshouston.com/what-is-the-mediterranean-diet/)-inspired dish that balances spice, sweetness, and depth. 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[Order Online](https://staging.aladdinshouston.com/to-go-menu-order-line/) [Visit a Location](https://staging.aladdinshouston.com/contact-us/) The Recipe ---------- Cuisine Lebanese-inspired, Mediterranean, Middle Eastern ### Ingredients 1x2x3x #### For Meatballs: - 2.5 kg minced lamb - 20 g salt - 10 g black pepper - 250 g onion grated - 30 g garlic minced - 75 g flour for coating #### For Marinated Meat: - 75 ml olive oil - 15 g salt - 15 g black pepper - 45 ml apple cider vinegar optional #### For Liquid: - 75 g tomato paste - 75 g pepper paste - 2.5 L beef stock - 5 L water #### For Stew: - 3.75 kg beef large diced (similar size as potatoes) - 10 chili peppers chopped - 3.5 kg potatoes large diced (similar size as beef) - 1.5 kg carrots large diced (similar size as shallots and meatballs) - 100 shallots - 20 garlic cloves sliced - 180 ml grape molasses - 40 ml apple cider vinegar - 10 g allspice or a mix of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove as a substitute ### Method #### Marinate the Beef - Place the diced beef in a large bowl. Add 75 ml of olive oil, 15 g of salt, and 15 g of black pepper. If desired, add 45 ml of apple cider vinegar. - Toss to coat evenly, then gently massage the seasoning into the meat by hand (optional). - Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for a richer flavor. #### Prepare the Meatballs - In a large mixing bowl, combine the minced lamb with the grated onion, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and 10 g allspice, if desired. - Knead the mixture thoroughly until well combined. - Shape the mixture into 1-inch diameter meatballs (around 100 pieces). Roll each meatball in flour to coat lightly. - In a large pan, heat clarified butter and quickly brown the meatballs for 2–3 minutes. Set them aside for later. #### Sear the Beef - Heat clarified butter and olive oil in a large, deep pot over medium-high heat. - Sear the marinated beef in batches, cooking until the exterior is browned and slightly crisp, about 4–5 minutes per batch. Set aside. #### Prepare the Stew Base - In the same pot, add more clarified butter and olive oil as needed. - Sauté the shallots, carrots, potatoes, chopped chili peppers, and sliced garlic for 4–5 minutes. - In a separate bowl, dilute the tomato and pepper pastes in warm beef stock, then add to the pot along with grape molasses and apple cider vinegar. - Add the allspice and season with salt to taste. Stir well. #### Cook the Stew - Bring the stew to a gentle simmer, then cover and cook on low heat for 45 minutes, or until the beef and vegetables are tender. - Add the browned meatballs during the final 20 minutes of cooking. #### Final Adjustments - Taste the stew and adjust salt if needed. Remember that the salt level in the tomato paste can vary, so check seasoning carefully. - Serve hot, ensuring each portion includes an even amount of beef, potatoes, carrots, and meatballs. ### Chef's Notes **Alternative Spice Mix**: If allspice is unavailable, a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and clove can be used as a substitute. **Uniform Size for Ingredients**: Ensure beef and potatoes are cut to similar sizes, while carrots, shallots, and meatballs should be about the same size as well. This consistency helps with even cooking and presentation. **Flour Coating**: Coating the meatballs with flour adds thickness to the stew as it cooks. If a thinner consistency is preferred, omit the flour when browning the meatballs. **Salt Adjustment**: The stew’s saltiness can vary based on the saltiness of the tomato and pepper paste, so taste and adjust as needed before serving. Nutrition --------- Estimated, per serving 528 Calories 8 Servings Total Time 4 hours hours Total Time Halal Certified The kitchen behind the recipe ----------------------------- This dish has been on our menu at Aladdin in Houston for nearly twenty years. Cook it at home wherever you are — and when you're in town, come taste the original. [Order Online](https://staging.aladdinshouston.com/to-go-menu-order-line/) [View Catering Menu](https://staging.aladdinshouston.com/catering-online-order/)