Heat a saucepan with a small amount of oil over medium heat. Dredge beef in flour and place in pan, cooking until browned.
Meanwhile, put potatoes, onions, and carrots in a Crock Pot. Once the meat is browned, add it to the pot. Return saucepan to the burner. Pour pomegranate juice into saucepan and scrape up any bits that had stuck to the pan, mixing well with the juice. Pour into pot and stir the mixture well. Add spices and mix well before adding water.