How to Make the Perfect Hearty Beef Stew
American · Medium · 140 min · 6 servings
Thick and warming beef stew loaded with tender chunks of chuck roast potatoes and carrots in a rich red wine broth. Perfect for cold nights and easy reheating.
Why this recipe works
This Hearty Beef Stew recipe has been crafted to deliver restaurant-quality results in your home kitchen. At just 140 minutes from start to finish, it fits perfectly into a busy schedule without sacrificing flavor. Each serving comes in at 480 calories with 36g of protein, making it a balanced choice for any meal.
What you will need
This recipe uses 10 simple ingredients that you can find at any grocery store:
- 2 lb beef chuck cut into 1 inch cubes
- 3 pieces Yukon gold potatoes cubed
- 3 pieces carrots sliced into rounds
- 1 piece yellow onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 3 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp all purpose flour
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Step by step instructions
Step 1: Sear the Beef
Pat beef cubes dry and season with salt and pepper. Toss with flour to coat. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over high heat and sear beef in batches until browned on all sides. Do not crowd the pan. Remove and set aside.
Step 2: Build the Base
Reduce heat to medium and add onion and garlic to the same pot. Cook for 3 minutes until softened. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 more minute.
Step 3: Deglaze and Simmer
Pour in red wine and scrape up all the browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Add beef broth and return the seared beef to the pot. Bring to a boil then reduce to a gentle simmer.
Step 4: Add Vegetables
After 45 minutes of simmering add potatoes and carrots to the pot. Stir to combine and continue to simmer for another 45 minutes.
Step 5: Season and Serve
Taste the stew and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. The broth should be thick and the beef should be fork tender. Ladle into bowls and serve with crusty bread.
Easy substitutions
Missing an ingredient? Here are some swaps that work perfectly:
- beef chuck → beef brisket or short ribs
- dry red wine → additional beef broth with a splash of Worcestershire sauce
- Yukon gold potatoes → sweet potatoes or parsnips
Common mistakes to avoid
Watch out for these pitfalls that can affect your results:
- Not searing the beef properly which skips the flavor building browning step
- Adding vegetables too early which causes them to turn mushy before the beef is tender
- Simmering at too high a heat which makes the beef tough instead of tender
Nutrition facts
Per serving: 480 calories, 36g protein, 32g carbs, 18g fat, 5g fiber.
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