Description
A delightful Belgian beef stew rich in flavor, steeped in history, and perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chuck roast (or beef stew meat)
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 1 ½ cups Belgian beer (Brouwerij beer is ideal)
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 bay leaf
- 2–3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by cutting the chuck roast into 2-inch pieces and patting it dry. Season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef in batches and brown on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Reduce the heat to medium and add the sliced onions. Stir frequently for about 7-10 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for a minute. Sprinkle the flour over the onions and garlic, stir well and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in the Belgian beer, scraping the bottom of the pot as you go. Allow to simmer slightly.
- Add the beef broth, return the seared beef to the pot, and stir in the brown sugar, mustard, bay leaf, and thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Once simmering, reduce the heat to low, cover and cook for at least 90 to 120 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste near the end and adjust seasoning with salt, pepper, or even a splash more beer or mustard if desired.
- Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs before serving.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread for dipping or over creamy mashed potatoes for a hearty meal. This stew tastes even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Belgian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: stew, beef, Belgian, comfort food, family meal, hearty dish