Zaremba's Stew Recipe

A hearty and flavorful twist on a classic Polish stew! This recipe, passed down from a Polish lady at a Cleveland festival, combines traditional Polish flavors with a touch of 'New World' flair. Slow-cooked to perfection for ultimate tenderness, this rich stew is bursting with savory beef, earthy vegetables, and aromatic spices. Perfect for a cozy night in or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 510 mins
Calories 322.7 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Zaremba's Stew

  1. Season the beef generously with salt and pepper. Place the 2 lbs beef chuck roast in a 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp dried marjoram, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp garlic powder, and ¼ tsp black pepper.
  3. Peel and roughly chop the carrots and potatoes. Add the 2 cups chopped carrots, 2 cups chopped potatoes, 1 large chopped onion, and 1 cup chopped celery to the bowl with the broth mixture.
  4. Pour the entire broth mixture over the beef in the slow cooker.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the beef is incredibly tender and easily shreds with a fork.
  6. Before serving, taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Garnish with fresh parsley (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

10 g

Sugar

46g

Fat

17g

Carbs

9g