Croatian Beef Stew
A hearty, comforting stew from Croatia, featuring tender beef and a rich, flavorful broth. Serve with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.
Ingredients
- ●1 pound sirloin steak
- ●1 cup beef tips
- ●2 cups nourishing brothhomemade or store-bought
- ●2 medium carrots
- ●2 large potatoes
- ●1 medium onion
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ●1 teaspoon salt
- ●1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Sear the sirloin steak until browned, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from pot and set aside.
- 3
Add the beef tips to the pot and cook until browned, about 2-3 minutes.
- 4
Add the onion and garlic to the pot and cook until the onion is softened.
- 5
Add the carrots, potatoes, tomato paste, salt, and pepper to the pot. Stir to combine.
- 6
Add the broth to the pot and bring to a boil.
- 7
Return the sirloin steak to the pot and cover with a lid.
- 8
Transfer the pot to the oven and braise for 2 1/2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- 9
Remove the pot from the oven and let it cool slightly.
- 10
Slice the sirloin steak against the grain and serve with the stew.