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Belgian Beef Stew

Belgian Beef Stew

Discover the rich flavors of Belgian Beef Stew with Fries. This hearty recipe combines tender beef, caramelized onions, and dark ale for a comforting dish perfect for cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1000 g beef (gîte, paleron, or macreuse), cut into chunks
  • 3 onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons whole-grain mustard
  • 50 g butter
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 30 g brown sugar
  • 500 ml Belgian brown ale
  • 2 slices gingerbread
  • 2 leaves bay leaves
  • 3 sprigs thyme
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • Wooden spoon or spatula
  • Sharp knife for slicing onions
  • Tongs for handling meat
  • Frying pan or deep fryer for fries

Method
 

  1. Heat butter and oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the beef chunks in batches until golden and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add sliced onions and stir until soft and translucent. Sprinkle with brown sugar and caramelize slightly.
  3. Return the beef to the pot and stir in mustard, vinegar, beer, bay leaves, and thyme. Place gingerbread slices on top, mustard-side down, cover, and simmer gently for 2.5 to 3 hours.
  4. While the stew simmers, prepare fries to a crispy perfection.
  5. Once the stew is fork-tender, serve in bowls with a generous pile of fries. Garnish with fresh thyme if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This dish is perfect for a cozy dinner, showcasing the rich flavors of Belgian culinary tradition.
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