Description
A hearty and flavorful Belgian-style slow-cooked beef stew, perfect for cozy meals.
Ingredients
- Chuck steak or stewing beef (about 1 kg)
- Dark ale (about 400 ml)
- Brown sugar
- Fresh herb mix (parsley, tarragon, chives, etc.)
- Bay leaf
- Toasted flour
- Butter
- Onions (sliced)
- Vinegar
- Oil (for browning)
- Thyme sprigs
- Capers
- Salt & pepper
- Water (as needed)
Instructions
- Prep oven & beef: Heat oven to 300°F (150°C). Cut beef into thick slices and season with salt.
- Sear the beef: Heat oil in a large pot. Sear beef in batches until browned. Set aside.
- Cook onions: Add butter to the pot. Cook onions over low heat until soft and golden, about 15 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- Layer it up: Sprinkle toasted flour over the beef. Then layer beef, onions, and herbs in the pot.
- Add liquids & seasoning: Pour in vinegar, brown sugar, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and pepper. Add dark ale and any beef juices. Top with water until just covered.
- Slow-cook it: Cover the pot and cook in the oven for 3 hours, until the beef is very tender.
- Finish & serve: Take out thyme and bay leaf. Add chopped herbs and capers. Serve warm.
Notes
- No ale? Use beef broth with a splash of balsamic.
- Even better tomorrow—great for make-ahead meals.
- Serve with: Mashed potatoes, fries, or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Belgian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Belgian-Style Slow-Cooked Beef Stew, beef stew, slow-cooked stew, cozy meals