Description
A traditional Belgian beef stew slow-cooked in rich beer and sweet onions, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
- Beef Chuck (2-3 pounds)
- Beer (2-3 cups, preferably Belgian ale)
- Onions (2 large, thinly sliced)
- Garlic (3 cloves, minced)
- Thyme (1 teaspoon, dried)
- Bay Leaves (2)
- Brown Sugar (1 tablespoon)
- Mustard (1 tablespoon, preferably Dijon)
- Beef Broth (2 cups)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Slice the onions thinly, mince the garlic, and cut the beef into 1-2 inch chunks.
- Brown the beef: Heat a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add oil, and sear the beef until browned, about 4-5 minutes per batch.
- Caramelize the onions: In the same pot, cook the sliced onions until golden brown and caramelized, about 15-20 minutes.
- Add the garlic: Toss in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Deglaze with beer: Pour in the beer and scrape up the bits from the bottom of the pot. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add back the beef: Return the browned beef to the pot and stir in the broth, thyme, bay leaves, brown sugar, and mustard.
- Slow cook: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 2-3 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Final seasoning: Taste and adjust with salt and pepper before serving.
- Plate and serve: Serve hot over mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or steamed rice.
Notes
For added flavor, consider preparing the stew a day in advance to let the flavors meld. This dish pairs beautifully with a fresh green salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 180 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Belgian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: beef stew, Belgian cuisine, Carbonade Flamande, comfort food, slow cooking