Seasoned Beef Stew
Learn how to season beef stew meat for a deeply satisfying flavor with this two-stage seasoning method, ensuring every bite is rich and flavorful.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3-4 lbs beef stew meat Cut into chunks
- 1/2 cup onions, roughly chopped
- 4-5 cloves garlic, crushed
Seasonings
- 2 leaves bay leaves For depth of flavor
- 1-2 tsp dried thyme Earthy backbone
- 1-2 tbsp smoked paprika Adds color and smokiness
- 1-2 tsp Worcestershire sauce For umami depth
- 1 tsp garlic powder Boosts savory flavor
- 1/2-1 tsp black pepper Freshly ground
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary Use sparingly
- 1-2 tsp salt Kosher preferred
- 1-2 tbsp tomato paste Stir into meat during browning
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the beef stew meat dry with paper towels.
- Season the meat evenly with salt and black pepper.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat oil over medium heat and brown the meat on all sides.
- Add tomato paste to the pot and stir until caramelized.
- In the same pot, add onions and garlic, sauté until softened.
Cooking
- Add dried thyme, smoked paprika, bay leaves, and Worcestershire sauce to the pot.
- Pour in enough liquid (beef broth or water) to cover the meat.
- Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until meat is tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning in the last 30 minutes of simmering.
Notes
Keep tasting and adjusting flavors as the stew simmers. For enhanced flavor, allow marinated seasoned stew meat to rest overnight. Store raw seasoned meat in the fridge for 1-2 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g
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