Beef And Beer Stew Recipe

Warm up with this hearty Beef and Beer Stew, a family recipe perfected over generations! Tender beef chunks simmer in a rich, flavorful broth infused with the subtle sweetness of beer (easily substitutable with beef stock). This recipe is incredibly satisfying, even better the next day (perfect for meal prepping!) and freezes beautifully for future enjoyment. Get ready for a comforting classic!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 394.6 kcal
Protein 46g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
Beef And Beer Stew

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Beef And Beer Stew

  • Onions
  • Stewing Beef
  • White Flour
  • Cooking Oil
  • 1 (12 oz) bottle of beer (or 1 cup beef stock)
  • Beef Stock Cube
  • Water
  • Vegetable Stock Cube
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • Ground Nutmeg
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • String Bean
  • Carrot
  • 1 cup peeled and cubed potatoes

How to Make Beef And Beer Stew

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown 1.5 lbs beef stew meat in batches over medium-high heat. Remove beef and set aside.
  2. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 2 carrots, chopped, to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 2 cloves garlic, minced, and 1 tbsp tomato paste and cook for 1 minute more.
  4. Return beef to the pot. Add 1 (12 oz) bottle of beer (or 1 cup beef stock), 4 cups beef broth, 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp dried rosemary, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until beef is very tender.
  6. Stir in 1 cup peeled and cubed potatoes and 1 cup peeled and chopped celery. Continue to simmer for 30 minutes, or until potatoes and celery are tender.
  7. Remove bay leaf before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  8. Serve hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

30g

Fat

12g

Carbs

17g