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Beef Stew

Cultural Context

Beef stew is a hearty dish that has roots in various cultures, often made with local ingredients. In the U.S., it is a popular comfort food, especially during colder months. Variations exist across regions, reflecting local tastes and available ingredients. It is commonly enjoyed as a family meal or during gatherings, showcasing the communal aspect of cooking and sharing food.

AmericanUSmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 lbs beef
1 cup onions, chopped
1 cup parsnip root, diced
2 cups carrots, sliced
1 cup celery root, diced
2 cups potatoes, cubed
2 tablespoons lard or oil
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon peppercorns
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon cumin powder
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
4 cups warm water
1 tablespoon dill

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

beef

🥗Healthier: lean cuts of beef

💰Cheaper: pork

Pork is often less expensive and can be a leaner option.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: white potatoes

Sweet potatoes are more nutritious.

1

Cut the beef meat into medium pieces.

2

Chop the peeled onions.

3

Coarsely chop the peeled parsnip root.

4

Coarsely chop the peeled carrots.

5

Coarsely chop the peeled celery root.

6

Cut potatoes into medium pieces.

7

Place lard or oil into the crockpot and wait to heat up.

8

Add the beef and fry it until bleached.

9

Add the onion and root vegetables, place the lid and simmer them for 10 minutes.

10

Season with salt and peppercorns to taste.

11

Add bay leaves and cumin powder.

12

Add sweet paprika.

13

Reduce temperature and pour 1 liter (35 fl oz) of warm water.

14

Add the potatoes and more water if needed.

15

Mix and place the lid on the pot.

16

Boil ingredients for 60 minutes or until tender, then add chopped dill to taste.

Cooking Techniques

browningsautéingsimmering

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifespatula

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-freegluten-freenut-freelow-carbpescatarian

Also Known As

Beef BourguignonBeef Goulash

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