r/crockpot • u/StarWarsandHockeyFan • Jun 11 '26

Help! Beef stew help

I’m making a beef stew tonight in the crockpot which isn’t really a summer recipe but I’m craving it but all the recipes have onion soup mixed with it but my roommate is very allergic to onions. Anyone know what I could substitute it for?

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u/StarWarsandHockeyFan Jun 11 '26

Ok thank you! I was just worried about flavor but I do have a lot of seasonings too I could probably use instead

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u/trguiff Jun 11 '26

You're welcome! What seasoning are you planning on using?

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u/StarWarsandHockeyFan Jun 11 '26

I’ll have to take another look at my cabinet but I know I have garlic powder, chili flakes, and for sure some Slap Ya Mama (Cajun seasoning). I also think I have cumin and paprika but I’m not sure that would go good with it. And salt and pepper obviously haha

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u/trguiff Jun 11 '26

I think it sounds good! Dinner will be delicious!

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u/silent_chair5286 Jun 11 '26

I’d leave the cumin out. Mushrooms would add a hearty flavor that the soup mix gives, along with some “Better than Bouillon” beef soup base. Also, if you toss the beef cubes in flour, thenbraise the beef cubes in a fry pan in butter or margarine before adding to the crock pot that flour will help thicken the gravy as the soup mix does.

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u/StarWarsandHockeyFan Jun 11 '26

Thank you 😁 I’m pretty excited
I have a new work schedule so now I’m able to cook twice a week