Warm Up with This Braised Beef & Tomato Stew
Course: MainDifficulty: Easy3
servings20
minutes2
hoursBraised Beef Tomato Stew is a cozy and comforting dish perfect for cold weather. Tender beef steak pieces are slowly braised in a rich blend of tomatoes, red wine, and aromatic herbs like thyme and bay leaves, allowing the flavors to develop into a deeply satisfying stew. A hint of ginger and star anise adds a subtle warmth and complexity, while freshly chopped coriander brings a bright, fresh finish. This stew is hearty and versatile, ideal for serving with pasta, rice, or crusty bread to soak up all the delicious sauce. Whether for a special dinner or a simple weeknight meal, this dish promises to warm you up from the inside out.
Ingredients
450g beef steak pieces
300g tomatoes, chopped
80g leek, chopped
60g celery, chopped
150g carrot, peeled and chopped
2 shallots, peeled and chopped
4 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped
10g ginger, peeled and chopped
1 star anise
2 bay leaves
1 sprig of thyme
250ml red wine
Rapeseed oil
Ground rock salt
Ground black pepper
Coriander, finely chopped (for garnish)
Directions
- Season the beef: Sprinkle the beef steak pieces with ground rock salt and black pepper. Set aside.
- Brown the beef: Heat some rapeseed oil in an ovenproof sauté pan over medium heat. Fry the beef until browned and the liquid has evaporated. Remove the beef and set aside.
- Cook the vegetables: In the same pan, add the celery, leek, garlic, and ginger. Fry until fragrant, adding more oil if needed.
- Add tomatoes and beef: Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook until softened. Return the beef to the pan, then add the chopped carrots and mix everything well.
- Add wine and herbs: Pour in the red wine, stir, then add the star anise, bay leaves, and thyme. Cover the pan with a lid.
- Roast: Transfer the pan to a preheated oven at 150°C (fan) and roast for about 90 minutes.
- Season and serve: After roasting, remove the pan from the oven. Add the chopped coriander and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve with pasta, rice, or bread.
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