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Beef Carbonnade

Hearty Beef Carbonnade: A Cozy, Slow-Cooked Delight

Indulge in the rich flavors of Beef Carbonnade, a comforting Belgian stew slow-cooked to perfection.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Belgian
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1.5 kg Beef Short Ribs or substitute with beef chuck or veal
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil or can use neutral oil
  • 1/4 cup Plain/All-Purpose Flour can substitute with cornstarch
  • 1 medium Carrot omit if desired
  • 2 medium Brown Onions yellow onions are a substitute
  • 200 g Button Mushrooms can leave whole or slice
  • 100 g Speck or substitute with bacon or pancetta
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 3 cloves Fresh Garlic can use garlic powder if necessary
  • 2 tablespoons Wholegrain Mustard Dijon mustard is a good substitute
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme can be replaced with dried thyme
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Rosemary can be replaced with dried rosemary
  • 500 ml Beer lager preferred or substitute with red wine and beef stock
  • 500 ml Beef Stock

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Casserole Dish
  • Stove

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F). Gather your ingredients while the oven warms.
  2. Cut the beef short ribs into individual pieces and dust them lightly with flour.
  3. In a large flameproof casserole dish, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and brown the beef ribs in batches.
  4. Add diced carrot, sliced onions, and mushrooms to the pot and sauté for about 5-6 minutes until softened.
  5. Stir in tomato paste and minced garlic; cook for an additional 30 seconds.
  6. Pour in the beer and simmer, scraping the bottom for flavor for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Add wholegrain mustard, fresh thyme, and rosemary, mixing well.
  8. Return the browned beef ribs to the pot, pour in the beef stock, and bring to a simmer.
  9. Cover the dish and bake for 2 hours, or until beef is fork-tender.
  10. Let rest for a few minutes, then season with salt and pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

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