Beef Stew with a Twist
A hearty german-inspired beef stew with a mild, spiced twist. Perfect for a chilly evening.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound beef stewcut into 1-inch cubes
- ●1 medium onionchopped
- ●2 medium carrotpeeled and sliced
- ●2 large potatopeeled and cubed
- ●2 cups beef brothlow-sodium
- ●2 tablespoons tomato pasteoptional
- ●1 teaspoon allspiceground
- ●1 teaspoon saltto taste
- ●1/2 teaspoon black pepperfreshly ground
- ●1/4 teaspoon ukrainian spicessuch as garlic, dill, or paprika
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown the beef cubes on all sides, about 5 minutes. Remove from pot and set aside.
- 3
Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
- 4
Add the sliced carrot and cubed potato to the pot. Cook for an additional 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the beef broth, tomato paste (if using), allspice, salt, and black pepper to the pot.
- 6
Stir to combine, then return the beef to the pot.
- 7
Bring the stew to a boil, then cover and transfer to the oven.
- 8
Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 2 1/2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- 9
Stir in the ukrainian spices and cook for an additional 10-15 minutes.
- 10
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh herbs if desired.