Crock Pot Carne Guisada (Latin Beef Stew)

INGREDIENTS

2 tsp

olive oil

1 cup

scallions, chopped

3 cloves

garlic, minced

small tomatoes, chopped

2 tbsp

cilantro, minced

1 1/2 lb

choice Top round beef stew, cut into small chunks

2 tbsp

all purpose flour

1/3 cup

light beer (I used Corona light)

1/3 cup

water

1/2 tsp

cumin

1/4 tsp

dry adobo seasoning (or seasoned salt)

1/2 tsp

ground achiote (or Badia Sazon, or paprika)

dried bay leaf

kosher salt

10 oz

baby red potatoes, halved or quartered

Aji Picante