Description
Indulge in the rich, savory flavors of Carbonnade Flamande, a traditional Belgian beef stew infused with the sweetness of prunes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2.5 lbs beef chuck
- 2 medium onions
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 cup Belgian ale
- 1 cup prunes (pitted)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 4 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Ingredients: Start by cutting your beef into 2-inch cubes and slice your onions thinly.
- Brown the Beef: Heat the olive oil in a pot over medium-high heat and brown half of the beef cubes. Transfer to a plate and repeat.
- Caramelize the Onions: Add sliced onions to the pot and cook until golden brown, about 10–15 minutes.
- Deglaze the Pot: Pour in Belgian ale and scrape the pot to loosen flavors, simmer for 5 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Return beef to the pot, add broth, prunes, brown sugar, mustard, and thyme, then season with salt and pepper.
- Slow Cook: Cover the pot and simmer on low for 2–2.5 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Taste and Adjust: 30 minutes before serving, adjust the seasoning as needed.
Notes
Serve over creamy mashed potatoes or with crusty bread for a comforting meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Belgian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: beef stew, Belgian cuisine, cozy cooking, family recipes, hearty meals