Description
Tender beef chunks simmered to perfection in a rich, savory gravy — a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for a cozy dinner.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef stew meat or beef chunks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp water (optional, for thickening)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add beef chunks and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté onion until translucent. Add garlic and cook for another minute.
- Return beef to the pot. Stir in tomato paste, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until beef is tender.
- For a thicker sauce, stir in the cornstarch slurry during the last 10 minutes of cooking and simmer until thickened.
Notes
- Can be served over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.
- Add vegetables like carrots and potatoes to make it a one-pot meal.
- Leftovers store well and taste even better the next day.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
