Luke Nguyen | French beef stew pot au feu | Luke nguyen's france

beef chuck

🥗Healthier: leaner cuts of beef

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Pork shoulder is often less expensive and still flavorful.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes add nutrition and a different flavor profile.

beef shank

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken legs

Chicken thighs provide a similar texture at a lower cost.

turnips

🥗Healthier: rutabagas

💰Cheaper: carrots

Carrots are more readily available and can substitute well.

Clean the meat by throwing it in hot water to remove impurities.

Bring 6 litres of water to a boil.

Cut the onion in half and poke cloves into it.

Add the onion with cloves, bouquet garni, and beef bones to the boiling water.

Cook for 2.5 hours to let the flavors develop.

After 2.5 hours, add leeks, celery, cabbage, potatoes, and carrots to the pot.

Cook for another 30 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Taste the stock and check for flavor, ensuring it is clean and light.

Garnish the dish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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