Description
A rich and hearty Belgian-style beef stew slow-cooked to perfection, featuring tender beef cubes in a savory dark ale broth with caramelized onions and aromatic herbs. This comforting dish is a classic main course that pairs well with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Stew:
- 2½ pounds beef chuck (cut into 1½-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Caramelized Onions:
- 2 large onions (thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
Broth and Seasonings:
- 1 (12 oz) bottle Belgian-style dark ale
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Coat and Brown Beef: Lightly coat beef cubes with flour, season with salt and pepper. Brown beef in batches in a Dutch oven, then set aside.
- Caramelize Onions: Cook onions until golden, add garlic, sugar, mustard, and vinegar.
- Combine Ingredients: Return beef to pot, add beer, broth, herbs. Simmer covered for 2½ to 3 hours.
- Finish and Serve: Discard herbs, garnish with parsley, and serve hot.
Notes
- This stew pairs well with fries, crusty bread, or mashed potatoes.
- For a thicker stew, simmer uncovered for the last 30 minutes.
- This recipe can also be prepared in a slow cooker for added convenience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Belgian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
