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Easy Beef Stew

Name: Beef Stew
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Ingredients: 1 onion, (chopped); 3 small carrots, ( sliced); 2 medium sized potatoes, (diced); 10 garlic cloves, (crushed); 350 grams beef chuck, cut into cubes; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 1 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 tsp thyme; 1 tsp rosemary; 1 tsp basil; 2 beef stock cubes ( (or fresh)); 1 tsp cumin powder; 1 tsp garam masala; 3 tbsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp white pepper; Salt, to taste; 3 tbsp flour; 2 tsp tomato paste; Olive oil

ByAva
Published OnFeb 10, 2024
Updated OnJan 8, 2025

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Beef Stew! Its one of the best inventions from Ireland. Its super delicious and easy to make. Let me preface that this is not an Irish beef stew. That will come soon, but not yet. This is my take on Beef stew.

If you are living in a cold climate, its winter somewhere. Then you are probably searching for the perfect Beef stew recipe. The thing with beef stews is that they take along time to make, roughly three hours. If you have that time, you can go right ahead.

This recipe is different. It comes together with that beefy taste in 60 minutes🕰️! And its packed with flavor. Using my tips and tricks, you will have a delicious meal in the shortest time.

Now imagine this, its a cold day and you want to devour something that is warm and soothing. The smell of beef is gently wafting in the air, you open the pot and see tender chunks of beef simmering in a flavorful broth. You don’t need an oven to pull off this recipe. The stove-top or slow cooker will work just fine.

What you Need to Make Beef Stew?

Cumin Powder, Garam masala, Smoked paprika, White pepper, Beef Stock Cubes. Garlic Cloves, Onion, Carrots, Potatoes, Beef Chuck , Dried Thyme, Rosemary, Basil, Worcestershire Sauce and Oyster Sauce.

This recipe uses warm spices such as Cumin, Garam masala, Smoked Paprika to provide the beef stew with bold and robust flavors. The Beef stock cube adds a beefy flavor. The Garlic cloves and Onions adds sweetness. The Carrots and Potatoes makes the stew thick and brimming with flavor. The spices are minimal and relies upon simple ingredients such as Dried thyme, Rosemary and Basil.

Worcestershire sauce and oyster sauce gives this stew an edge and accentuates the flavors of the beef stew in a short amount of time. It goes without saying that this beef stew packs a punch with minimal effort and time. Get ready for loads of flavor & taste in one pot. And, I’m sure that you’ll agree that beef stew is one of the top comfort foods in the world.

Instructions

Add olive oil to a pot. Cut the beef into small cubes to lessen the cooking time. Start by browning your beef cubes in a pot. As the beef cooks, it will release loads of flavor. This flavor will form the base of your beef stew.

Let the beef simmer & sizzle until it has browned. After your beef has cooked, scoop out and set aside. Caramelize your onion & garlic. Add the spices, including smoked paprika, cumin powder, white pepper, and garam masala, to the onions and mix well.

Add your beef back into the pot and mix well. Add oyster sauce and mix well. At this stage, add in the flour and mix well. The key is adding the flour in one tablespoon at a time, mix and repeat. Add water.

Add 900 ml of water and the potatoes + carrots. From my experience with beef stew, adding the potatoes, carrots in at early stages will impart its flavor and soften them up. Add the Basil. Add the thyme, rosemary & Beef Stock cubes. Add tomato paste. Only add a pinch of salt for now, as the beef stock contains salt. You can taste and adjust the seasoning later if needed.

You have to cook the beef stew on medium high heat for 50 minutes. It has to be a rolling boil and you have to stir it every 10 minutes. After 50 minutes, lower the heat to medium low heat and you have to still stir until complete! Beef stew is absolutely worth it! The dish is incredibly hearty, and the flavor is rich and intense. Be sure to check the salt and adjust as needed. I hope you enjoy it—this recipe was made with love, and your family will thank you for it!

Expert tips

In terms of the best cut of beef for stew, choose a meat with marbling and connective tissue. Consider using chuck roast or brisket. If you would like to thicken the stew, all-purpose flour is a good option. You can also use cornstarch or arrowroot powder. Add it in small amounts so that it does not clump up. Furthermore, you can also use mashed potatoes as a healthier option. Beef stew can be made ahead of time, on fact the longer Beef Stew sits in your fridge, the more flavorful it will be.

You can store in fridge for a few days. The most common vegetables for beef stew are carrots, onions, potatoes and celery. Other options are parsnips and turnips. I don’t recommend sweet potatoes. When it comes to how long beef stew should cook for? This will depend on your beef sizes. Larger beef chunks will take 1.5 hours to 2 hours. If you want a more flavorful rendition, cook for 3 hours. Plus, if you are short on time and want a more flavorful beef stew. Cook according to the recipe instructions for 60 minutes, let it cool completely. Then store in fridge overnight. The flavors will meld together in a harmonious manner.

What to Serve with Beef Stew?

Beef Stew is a versatile recipe and considered as one of the most satisfying comfort foods in the world. There are so many different side-dishes that will pair well with beef stew, it can be devoured with garlic bread, garlic naan, Jasmine rice or Creamy mashed potatoes.

How to Store Beef Stew?

Store for three to four days in the refrigerator. If you choose to freeze beef stew, it is recommended that you remove the potatoes. Beef stew without potatoes can be frozen for three months. Reheat on stove or in refrigerator.