Beef Braised in Beer Recipe
Description:
Delicious and hearty! This Beef Braised in Beer recipe is a classic stew that pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes, carrots, and, of course, my recipe for Classic English Suet Dumplings! 🍖🍺
Recipe Category: Stew
Keywords: Meat, Weeknight, Oven
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 1336.4
- Fat Content: 23.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 205.4mg
- Sodium Content: 392.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 87.3g
- Fiber Content: 2.9g
- Sugar Content: 15.7g
- Protein Content: 78.4g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 3 | Flour |
| 3 | Unsalted Butter |
| 2 | Smoked Streaky Bacon |
| 4 | Onions |
| 4 | Sprigs of Thyme |
| 2 | Bay Leaves |
| 2 | Handfuls of Prunes |
| 1 3/4 | tbsp Brown Sugar |
| 12 | fl oz Guinness Beer |
| 2 | tbsp White Wine Vinegar |
| 2 | tbsp Dijon Mustard |
Instructions:
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Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
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Coat the Beef:
- Put the flour into a large plastic bag.
- Add the beef pieces a few at a time, shaking to coat evenly.
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Brown the Beef:
- Melt half of the butter in a large flameproof casserole.
- Brown the beef in batches until it’s beautifully browned and crusty.
- Once browned, set the beef aside.
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Crisp up the Bacon:
- Add the remaining butter to the casserole.
- Fry the smoked streaky bacon until it’s nice and crisp.
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Add Aromatics:
- Add the onions, thyme sprigs, and bay leaves.
- Cook for about 5 minutes over medium heat until the onions are softened.
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Deglaze the Pan:
- Tip in any remaining flour from the bag.
- Stir well, scraping up those flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan.
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Pour in the Guinness:
- Increase the heat.
- Pour in the Guinness beer, stirring well to combine.
- Keep scraping the bottom of the pan to get all those tasty bits mixed in.
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Braise the Beef:
- Return the browned beef to the pan.
- Stir in the prunes, white wine vinegar, and brown sugar.
- Season generously with salt and pepper.
- Bring the mixture to a boil.
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Into the Oven:
- Cover the casserole with a lid.
- Pop it into the preheated oven and let it braise for 4 hours.
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Finish Up:
- After 4 hours, stir in the Dijon mustard.
- Return the casserole to the oven, uncovered, for another 30 minutes.
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Serve and Enjoy:
- Once done, remove the casserole from the oven.
- Serve this delicious beef braised in beer hot, with a side of my Classic English Suet Dumplings! 🍴
This hearty and comforting dish is perfect for cozy weeknights or when you’re craving something rich and satisfying. The beef becomes melt-in-your-mouth tender, infused with the deep flavors of Guinness beer, smoky bacon, and sweet prunes. The tangy kick of Dijon mustard adds a delicious contrast. Don’t forget those dumplings on the side—they soak up all the delicious gravy! Enjoy every savory bite of this Beef Braised in Beer masterpiece! 🍲✨
