Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Belgian-Style Slow-Cooked Beef Stew, a hearty dish perfect for a cozy night in. Tender beef simmered in Belgian beer and broth, flavored with herbs and spices, creating a savory and comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Stew:
- 3 lbs beef chuck, cut into 2-inch cubes
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Belgian beer (such as dubbel or brown ale)
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 3 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare Beef: Pat beef dry, season with salt and pepper, and dredge in flour.
- Brown Beef: Brown beef in batches in a Dutch oven.
- Cook Bacon: Cook bacon until crispy, then set aside.
- Caramelize Onions: Cook onions until golden, then add garlic.
- Deglaze: Deglaze with beer, add broth, sugar, vinegar, mustard, thyme, and bay leaves.
- Simmer: Return beef and bacon, simmer covered for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
- Finish: Remove herbs, stir in butter, adjust seasoning, and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- Traditionally served with Belgian fries, mashed potatoes, or buttered noodles.
- Flavors deepen the next day.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising, stovetop simmer
- Cuisine: Belgian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 740 mg
- Fat: 34 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 48 g
- Cholesterol: 150 mg
