Pichelsteiner One Pot German Style Meat Stew Recipe

Indulge in this hearty and flavorful Pichelsteiner One-Pot German Meat Stew! This classic recipe, inspired by Bon Appetit (November 1981), combines tender beef and pork (or all beef!) with an array of root vegetables for a truly satisfying meal. Even better the next day, this stew is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or make-ahead freezer meals. Get ready for a taste of authentic German comfort food!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 627.2 kcal
Protein 86g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Pichelsteiner One Pot German Style Meat Stew

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pichelsteiner One Pot German Style Meat Stew

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How to Make Pichelsteiner One Pot German Style Meat Stew

  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter and 1 tablespoon of oil in a large Dutch oven over high heat. Add 2 lbs of beef (cubed) and 1 lb of pork (cubed, optional) in batches, browning on all sides. Remove the meat and set aside.
  2. Reduce heat to medium. Add 1 large onion (chopped), 2 carrots (chopped), and 2 celery stalks (chopped) to the pot. Cook, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in 4 cups of beef broth, 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 1 teaspoon of dried thyme, and 1 bay leaf. Return the meat to the pot.
  4. Layer 2 lbs potatoes (peeled and cubed), 1 cup of parsnips (peeled and cubed), and 1 cup of rutabagas (peeled and cubed) over the meat and broth.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1 hour, or until the meat is incredibly tender. (Can be cooked longer for a deeper flavor!)
  6. Garnish with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

21 g

Sugar

25g

Fat

54g

Carbs

16g