Here’s a classic, hearty beef stew recipe—rich, comforting, and perfect for a family meal:
🥘 Beef Stew (Tender & Flavorful)
🛒 Ingredients
- 700 g beef (chuck or stewing beef), cut into cubes
- 2 tbsp oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 carrots, sliced
- 2 potatoes, diced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3 cups beef broth
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tbsp flour (optional, for thickening)
👩🍳 Instructions
- Brown the beef
Heat oil in a large pot. Add beef and sear until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside. - Cook aromatics
In the same pot, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute. - Build flavor
Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1–2 minutes. - Simmer
Return beef to the pot. Add broth, salt, pepper, paprika, thyme, and bay leaf.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 60–90 minutes until beef is tender. - Add vegetables
Add carrots and potatoes. Cook for another 20–30 minutes until soft. - Thicken (optional)
Mix flour with a little water, stir into stew, and simmer a few minutes until thickened.
🍽️ Tips
- For extra richness, add a splash of vinegar or lemon juice at the end.
- Tastes even better the next day!
- Serve with bread or rice.
If you want, I can show you a slow cooker version or a restaurant-style thick gravy version 😄
