Beef Beer Stew

Warm up with a hearty Beef Beer Stew recipe packed with tender meat, caramelized onions, and rich Belgian flavors. Perfect for cozy dinners!

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 2 30

Total Time 2 50

Servings: 6 people

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1000 g beef (like chuck or brisket), cut into bite-sized pieces
3 onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons flour
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar (or light brown sugar)
330 ml dark or amber beer
2 slices gingerbread or bread spread with mustard
1 bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaf, parsley)
to taste salt and pepper
optional chopped parsley for garnish

Equipment

Large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
Wooden spoon or spatula
Knife and cutting board
Measuring spoons

Method

Heat a tablespoon of butter or oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and brown the beef in batches.
Remove the beef and set it aside after browning.
In the same pot, add more butter or oil and caramelize the sliced onions over medium heat until golden brown, about 15 minutes.
Sprinkle flour over the onions and stir to coat, cooking for a minute or two.
Season with salt and pepper, then return the beef to the pot.
Stir in the Dijon mustard, brown sugar, and beer, adding the bouquet garni.
Bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
About 30 minutes before the stew is done, place the gingerbread or mustard-smeared bread on top to soak up the sauce.

Nutrition

Calories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Choose a good-quality dark beer for the best flavor. Be patient while caramelizing the onions; they should turn golden-brown, not burnt. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. When reheating, consider adding fresh bread to maintain texture. Enjoy this dish with crusty bread or mashed potatoes for the perfect meal experience.