Wipe beef well. Combine 1/3 cup flour with salt and pepper. Toss beef cubes with flour mixture to coat thoroughly; place in crock pot.
Add remaining ingredients except 2 Tbsp flour and the water in order listed; stir well.
Cover and cook on low setting for 7 to 12 hours.
One hour before serving, turn to high setting. Make a smooth paste of 2 Tbsp flour and the water; stir into crock pot, mixing well.
Cover and cook until thickened.
Servings: 4 to 6