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Beef Carbonnade

Tender Beef Carbonnade: A Heartwarming Stew for Cozy Nights

A comforting Beef Carbonnade stew that combines tender beef with rich flavors, perfect for cozy nights.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Belgian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 2 pounds Beef Short Ribs can substitute with beef chuck or brisket
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil any cooking oil can be used
  • 1/4 cup Plain/All-Purpose Flour for dusting beef
  • 1 large Carrot
  • 2 medium Brown Onions
  • 8 ounces Button Mushrooms can keep whole or slice
  • 4 ounces Speck (or Bacon) can substitute with bacon
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon Wholegrain Mustard
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme can use dried alternative
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary can use dried alternative
  • 1 bottle Beer lager recommended
  • 4 cups Beef Stock

Equipment

  • casserole pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Beef Carbonnade
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F).
  2. Cut beef short ribs into individual pieces and dust each piece with flour.
  3. In a large casserole pot, heat olive oil and brown the beef pieces on all sides for 4-5 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  4. Sauté diced carrots, sliced brown onions, and button mushrooms with chopped speck or bacon for 5-7 minutes.
  5. Stir in tomato paste and minced garlic, cooking for another minute.
  6. Pour in beer and scrape up any browned bits, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add wholegrain mustard, thyme, and rosemary, stirring well to combine.
  8. Return the browned beef to the pot and add beef stock to cover the meat. Bring to a simmer.
  9. Cover the pot and bake in the oven for about 2 hours until the beef is tender.
  10. Check for tenderness; if needed, return to the oven for an additional 30 minutes. Taste and season before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For best results, let the stew rest and cool before storing. It often tastes better the next day.

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