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Beef Stew
Beef Stew is a hearty and comforting dish made with tender chunks of beef slowly simmered in a rich, savory sauce with potatoes, carrots, onions, and other vegetables. The slow cooking process allows the beef to become tender while the vegetables absorb the flavorful broth. Perfect for a satisfying family lunch or dinner, Beef Stew is best served hot with steamed rice or crusty bread.
Prep time20 min
Cook time1 hr 30 min
Total time1 hr 50 min
Serves6 persons
Ingredients
1kg beef chuck, cut into cubes
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
1 medium onion, chopped
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
1 cup tomato sauce
2 tbsp soy sauce
2 tbsp cooking oil
1 tbsp tomato paste
2 bay leaves
1 tsp ground black pepper
1/2 cup green peas
1/2 cup water
Salt, to taste
Directions
- Heat the cooking oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and sear until browned on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the garlic and onion until fragrant and softened.
- Return the beef to the pot. Add the tomato sauce, tomato paste, soy sauce, beef broth, water, and bay leaves. Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 1–1½ hours, or until the beef becomes tender.
- Add the potatoes and carrots, then continue simmering for 15–20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Add the green peas and season with ground black pepper and salt to taste. Cook for another 3–5 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaves and transfer the Beef Stew to a serving bowl. Serve hot with steamed rice or crusty bread and enjoy!
