Beef Stew
Tender beef, a rich savory sauce, and slow cooking that transforms simple ingredients into a comforting classic.
Recipe Information
⏱ Preparation: 20 min
🔥 Cooking: 2 hrs
⌛ Total: 2 hrs 20 min
⚙️ Difficulty: Easy
🍽 Servings: 4
🥩 Course: Main Course
Equipment
- Dutch oven
- Chef's knife
Ingredients
- 700 g beef
- 2 carrots
- 1 onion
- 250 ml beef stock
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Cut the beef into evenly sized pieces.
- 2. Heat a drizzle of oil in a Dutch oven.
- 3. Sear the beef on all sides until nicely browned.
- 4. Add the onion and carrots, then sauté for 5 minutes.
- 5. Season with salt and black pepper, then stir well.
- 6. Pour in the beef stock until the meat is about halfway covered.
- 7. Cover and simmer gently over low heat for 2 hours.
- 8. Stir occasionally and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Chef's Tip
Add a splash of red wine for a deeper, richer sauce.
Mistakes to Avoid
Cooking too quickly. Slow, gentle cooking is the key to tender, flavorful beef.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with pasta, mashed potatoes, or seasonal vegetables.
The Spirit of This Recipe
A simple, comforting dish where patience turns humble ingredients into something exceptional.
