Tofu Beer Stew Recipe

A comforting and flavorful twist on a classic Belgian stew! This recipe features perfectly crispy pan-fried tofu (or seitan, if you prefer a chewier texture) simmered in a rich and savory beer broth. Inspired by my mom's recipe, this stew is incredibly satisfying and pairs wonderfully with baked potatoes. Get ready for a taste of Belgium in your kitchen!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 105 mins
Calories 159.7 kcal
Protein 17g
Rating 5.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Tofu Beer Stew

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How to Make Tofu Beer Stew

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Press 14 oz (400g) extra-firm tofu to remove excess water. Cut into 1-inch cubes.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in an oven-safe pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the tofu and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides (about 10-15 minutes), stirring occasionally. Remove tofu and set aside.
  4. Add 1 large chopped onion to the pot and sauté until translucent (about 5 minutes).
  5. Add 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, and 1/2 tsp salt. Cook for 1 minute.
  6. Stir in 1 (12 oz) bottle of Belgian ale (or other dark beer), 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 cup beef broth, 1 cup chopped carrots, and 1 cup chopped potatoes. Bring to a simmer.
  7. Return the crispy tofu to the pot.
  8. Transfer the pot to the preheated oven and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
  9. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water until smooth.
  10. Remove the stew from the oven and stir in the cornstarch slurry until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency.
  11. Serve hot over baked potatoes. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

24g

Fat

3g

Carbs

5g