This Slow Cooker Spanish Roast is a mouthwatering dish that combines tender beef with flavorful spices and vegetables. The slow cooking process allows for the meat to become incredibly tender, while the spices infuse the dish with a rich and savory taste. This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or when you want to impress your dinner guests with minimal effort. Serve the Spanish roast with rice or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce. Get ready to enjoy a taste of Spain in the comfort of your own home!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef roast
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the beef roast with salt and pepper, then sear it in the skillet until browned on all sides. Transfer the roast to a slow cooker.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion, minced garlic, and sliced bell peppers. Sauté until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the diced tomatoes, diced green chilies, paprika, dried oregano, ground cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Pour the tomato mixture over the beef roast in the slow cooker.
- Cover the slow cooker and cook on low heat for 8 hours, or until the beef is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- Once cooked, remove the beef roast from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Return the shredded beef to the slow cooker and stir to coat it with the flavorful sauce.
- Serve the Slow Cooker Spanish Roast hot, alongside cooked rice or crusty bread.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Spanish cuisine is known for its bold flavors and use of spices.
Slow cooking allows the flavors of the spices to meld together and infuse the meat.
This dish can also be made with pork or chicken for variation.