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Flemish Beef Stew

Flemish Beef Stew

Warm up with a hearty Flemish Beef Stew recipe featuring tender beef, caramelized onions, and rich Belgian beer served with crispy fries for an authentic taste of Belgium.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1000 g beef (gîte, paleron, or macreuse)
  • 3 onions thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp whole-grain mustard
  • 50 g butter
  • 15 ml vegetable oil
  • 30 g brown sugar
  • 500 ml dark Belgian beer
  • 2 slices gingerbread
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 3 sprigs thyme
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • q.s. salt and pepper to taste
  • 250 g fries homemade or store-bought

Equipment

  • Heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • Sharp knife
  • Sturdy spatula
  • Deep fryer or skillet
  • Cutting board

Method
 

  1. Heat butter and oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add beef chunks and brown them on all sides, then remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add sliced onions and cook until translucent and caramelized, adding brown sugar.
  4. Return beef to the pot alongside mustard, vinegar, beer, bay leaves, and thyme.
  5. Spread mustard on gingerbread and place on top of the stew; cover and simmer for 2.5 to 3 hours.
  6. Prepare fries while the stew simmers, ensuring they're crispy.
  7. Once the stew is ready, serve in bowls alongside fries and garnish with parsley if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 20mg

Notes

Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor. You can substitute traditional ingredients with lean beef or gluten-free beer for dietary preferences. Leftover stew can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months. For extra crispy fries, double-frying is recommended. Consider serving the stew in rustic bowls with a sprinkle of fresh herbs for an inviting presentation.
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