Cook Latvian beef with a 5 star chef in Riga!

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is more affordable.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider

Grape juice maintains sweetness without alcohol.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil adds flavor and health benefits.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter and often less expensive.

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Add beef chunks, browning on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.

Incorporate chopped carrots and potatoes, mixing well.

Pour in beef broth and red wine, bringing to a simmer.

Add bay leaves, thyme, and black pepper, stirring to combine.

Cover and reduce heat to low, cooking for 1.5 to 2 hours until beef is tender.

Stir in tomato paste and sliced mushrooms, cooking for an additional 15 minutes.

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt as needed.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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