Stoofvlees (Belgian Beef Stew)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 2
Satisfy your cravings with hearty and flavorful Stoofvlees (Belgian Beef Stew)
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Prep

15 min

Cook

2 hr 30 min

Ready In

2 hr 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

750 g stewing beef
750 ml brown beer
2 slices peperkoek or 2 slices bread
1 tablespoon mustard
2 tablespoons brown sugar
50 g chocolate
1 onion , chopped
1 bay leaf
1 tablespoon margarine or 1 tablespoon butter
salt
pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
517
Sugar
8g
Fat
35g
Stoofvlees, sometimes called Carbonade Flamande, is a traditional Belgian dish made with beef, brown beer, onions, and spices. The dish is often served with French fries, mash, or boiled potatoes and is commonly enjoyed with a cold beer. The beef is simmered until tender in a flavored broth of brown beer, onions, mustard, and a slice of peperkoek, which is a spiced bread. The dish dates back to the 1700s and is still enjoyed as a staple of Belgian cuisine today.

Instructions

1.Cut the stewing beef into large pieces and season with salt and pepper.
2.Melt margarine or butter in a Dutch oven and cook onion until softened.
3.Stir in brown sugar, mustard, and bay leaf.
4.Add the beef, and cook it until caramelized.
5.Pour in brown beer and bring the mixture to a simmer.
6.Add peperkoek or bread, breaking it apart to mix.
7.Cover the lid and let it simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the meat is tender.
8.Season with salt and pepper, then stir in the chocolate until melted. Serve hot with French fries or mashed potatoes.

PROS

Stoofvlees is a perfect comfort food that will leave you feeling satisfied.

The beef is tender and flavorful, and the sweetness of the beer and peperkoek (or bread) perfectly balance the umami of the beef.

It’s an excellent dish to make on a lazy day when you’re craving something flavorful and hearty.

CONS

When consumed in moderation, Stoofvlees is a healthy dish with plenty of protein and vegetables.

However, with its high-fat content, it should be consumed in moderation as part of a well-rounded diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Stoofvlees is a high-protein dish that is loaded with vegetables.
The beef contains essential amino acids that are building blocks for muscle, and the vegetables provide an array of vitamins and minerals. Drinking brown beer is also linked to reducing the risk of heart disease and promoting healthy digestion.

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