Hairy Bikers Beef Stew
Hairy Bikers Beef Stew is a classic British one-pot meal featuring tender stewing beef, hearty vegetables, and aromatic herbs, simmered in a rich red wine and tomato-based sauce. Perfect for cozy nights in, this comforting dish is easy to prepare and sure to satisfy.
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Wooden spoon
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Sharp knife
- Chopping board
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
- 2 pounds stewing beef trimmed and cubed
- 4 tablespoons plain flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 4 garlic cloves peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 large carrots peeled and chopped
- 2 celery sticks chopped
- 2 cups beef stock
- 2 cups red wine
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 sprigs of fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 cup frozen peas
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 160°C/320°F.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Coat beef in the mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown beef in batches, then set aside.
- Add onion, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes until softened.
- Return beef to the pot. Add beef stock, red wine, tomato paste, bay leaves, and rosemary. Bring to a simmer.
- Cover the pot and place it in the oven. Cook for 3 hours until beef is tender.
- Mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl. Add to the pot and stir until stew thickens.
- Add frozen peas and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Remove bay leaves and rosemary sprigs before serving.
Notes
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 380
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
