Belgium Beef Stew

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This is a traditional dish from the Flemish cuisine, and it is a winter favorite. Best served with French fries and a salad or some green beans.

Submitted by Edda
Updated on July 14, 2022
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 15 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1 inch cubes

  • ⅜ cup all-purpose flour

  • ¼ cup butter

  • 4 onions, diced

  • 1 ⅔ cups water

  • 1 sprig fresh thyme

  • 2 bay leaves

  • salt and ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can or bottle brown beer

  • 1 slice bread

  • 1 tablespoon prepared mustard

  • 2 carrots, cut into 1 inch pieces

  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

Directions

  1. Dredge the meat in the flour. In a Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat. Brown meat in butter, then add the onions and fry until glazed. Stir in water and vinegar. Season with thyme, bay leaves, and salt and pepper to taste. Cover, and simmer for 30 minutes.

  2. Mix in the beer. Spread mustard over bread, then add the bread and the carrots to the meat. Cover, and simmer for 30 minutes. Mix in the brown sugar (two tablespoons is a minimum! A lot of people prefer more).

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

428 Calories
28g Fat
18g Carbs
23g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 428
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g 36%
Saturated Fat 13g 63%
Cholesterol 91mg 30%
Sodium 164mg 7%
Total Carbohydrate 18g 7%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 23g 45%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 38mg 3%
Iron 3mg 15%
Potassium 494mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.