Chunky Stew and Dumplings

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 11
Chunky Stew and Dumplings recipe for a hearty meal
in Stew

Prep

10 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 large mushrooms
1 fresh garlic , bulb
100 g self raising flour
50 g beef or 50 g vegetable suet
80 ml cold milk or 80 ml water
salt ( to taste )
pepper ( to taste )
thyme ( to taste )
sage ( to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
450
Sugar
2g
Fat
15g
Chunky Stew and Dumplings is a classic British dish that has been enjoyed for generations. This hearty meal is perfect for a cold day, providing warmth and comfort to those who indulge in its rich flavours. The dumplings in this recipe are light and fluffy, while the mushrooms and garlic add depth and complexity to the stew. This recipe can also be adapted to include a variety of vegetables, making it a versatile dish for any occasion.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 200°C.
2.Prepare the mushrooms by quartering them and finely chop the garlic.
3.In a large bowl, mix together the self-raising flour, suet, salt, pepper, thyme, and sage.
4.Add the mushrooms and garlic to a large oven-safe dish.
5.Pour 250ml of cold water into the bowl with the flour mixture, and mix into a sticky dough.
6.Divide the dough into four portions and shape each portion into a ball.
7.Place each dumpling onto the mushrooms and garlic in the oven-safe dish.
8.Pour in enough chicken or vegetable stock to cover the mushrooms and garlic.
9.Bake for 30-45 minutes or until the dumplings have risen and are golden brown on top.

PROS

Chunky Stew and Dumplings is a hearty comfort food that is perfect for a cold day.

The dumplings are fluffy and flavourful, while the mushrooms and garlic add depth of flavour to the stew.

This recipe is easy to make and can be prepared in advance for a quick meal.

CONS

This recipe is high in carbohydrates and may not be suitable for a low-carb or keto diet.

The dumplings are made with suet which is high in saturated fat and may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions or health concerns related to fat intake.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in carbohydrates and fat, this recipe can still be enjoyed as a balanced meal when paired with vegetables.
The mushrooms in this recipe are a good source of vitamins and minerals such as vitamin D and selenium, while the garlic is known for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties.

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