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Beef Carbonnade

Savory Beef Carbonnade: A Cozy Comfort Food Delight

Indulge in a rich Beef Carbonnade, a comforting Belgian stew that's perfect for chilly evenings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Belgian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Beef Stew
  • 1 kg Beef Short Ribs main protein source
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil for browning the meat
  • 3 tbsp Plain/All-Purpose Flour for dusting beef
  • 1 medium Carrot adds sweetness
  • 2 medium Brown Onions base flavor
  • 250 g Button Mushrooms adds earthy depth
  • 100 g Speck optional smoky flavor
  • 2 tbsp Tomato Paste for richness
  • 3 cloves Garlic for flavor enhancement
  • 2 tbsp Wholegrain Mustard adds tangy kick
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme aromatic herb
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary aromatic herb
  • 350 ml Beer lagers work best
  • 500 ml Beef Stock adds depth to sauce
For Serving (Optional)
  • 4 servings Creamy Mashed Potatoes base for the stew
  • 1 loaf Crusty Bread for soaking sauce
  • 1 bowl Fresh Green Salad adds refreshing contrast

Equipment

  • large flameproof casserole dish
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F). Prepare the beef and gather the remaining ingredients.
  2. Cut the beef short ribs into even pieces and dust each with plain flour, setting aside.
  3. In a large casserole dish, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. Brown the beef short ribs in batches for 4-5 minutes on each side, remove from pot.
  5. Sauté diced carrot, sliced onions, mushrooms, and speck for 5-7 minutes until soft.
  6. Add tomato paste and crushed garlic, cooking for an additional 30 seconds.
  7. Pour in the beer, bringing to a gentle simmer while lifting fond from the pot.
  8. Incorporate mustard, thyme, and rosemary, stirring and simmering for a few minutes.
  9. Return the browned beef and juices to the pot, adding beef stock, and return to a simmer.
  10. Cover and bake in the oven for 2 hours, taste and season before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep and can be stored for flavor enhancement when made a day in advance.

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