Hearty Meat Stew

- 400g / 14 oz beef cubes (beef strips, chuck, or brisket)
- 4 medium-sized potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 1 large red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- 3 medium-sized carrots, peeled and sliced
- 4 cups / 1 liter water
- ¾ cup / 180ml tomato puree
- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 3 beef bouillon cubes
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 1½ teaspoons salt
- 2 pinches black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
1. Heat a generous amount of butter in a large pan or Dutch oven over medium heat, approximately 180°C (350°F).
2. Add beef cubes and sliced onion, browning the beef until it is cooked through. This should take around 5 minutes.
3. Add minced garlic, a pinch of paprika, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
4. Add sliced red bell pepper, beef bouillon cubes, and 500ml (17.6 fl oz) of water to the pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, around 150°C (300°F), and simmer for 10 minutes.
5. Add cubed potatoes and sliced carrots to the pan. Simmer for an additional 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Stir in 250g (8.8 oz) of tomato puree and a handful of chopped parsley.
7. Serve hot, accompanied by a dollop of yogurt and a slice of crusty bread on the side.
- Dutch oven
- large pan
- cutting board
- knife
- spoon
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
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