Take meat out of fridge and allow to come to room temperature
Caramelise chuck steak (seasoned with salt & pepper) on hob in oil before adding to slow cooker
Deglaze pan with wine and red wine vinegar and after you’ve cooked alcohol off slightly add to slow cooker
Add chicken stock pot dissolved in 200ml water
Finely slice onions, red peppers and carrot then add to slow cooker with tomato purée
Slice or finely chop garlic cloves and roughly chop parsley
Add all dried herbs & spices (bay leaves, cumin, smoked paprika, paprika, allspice, salt, pepper & oregano)
Add passata (rinsing our carton or jar with a little water) and put on low heat from 8-10 hours, stirring half way through if possible
Take meat out and shred with fork, add capers (optional) and reduce liquid if desired on hob
Serve with rice or crusty bread!
