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Spanish Beef Stew Recipe
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Spanish Beef Stew Recipe

A comforting and hearty Spanish-inspired beef stew with tender beef ribs, rich vegetables, and aromatic spices, perfect for a cozy meal.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds beef ribs
  • 1 1/2 tbsp flour
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 medium carrots, chopped
  • 1 stick celery, chopped
  • 2 medium potatoes, chopped
  • 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 1/2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1/3 cup non-alcoholic sherry alternative
  • 1/2 cup non-alcoholic dry red wine alternative
  • 2 pcs bay leaf
  • 3 cloves
  • 1/2 tsp peppercorns
  • 6–8 sprigs thyme
  • 2–2 1/2 cups beef broth
  • 1/4 tsp chili flakes
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Wipe the beef ribs with a paper towel to ensure they are completely dry.
  2. Season the ribs generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Dust the seasoned ribs with flour, shaking off any excess.
  4. Heat 4 tbsp olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Add the ribs to the pan in batches, browning them thoroughly on all sides.
  6. Remove the browned ribs from the pan and set them aside.
  7. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the same pan.
  8. Cook until the garlic and onion are softened.
  9. Add the chopped carrots and chopped celery to the pan.
  10. Sauté for three minutes.
  11. Incorporate the chopped tomatoes, tomato paste, thyme, bay leaf, peppercorns, cloves, and chili flakes.
  12. Cook for five minutes until fragrant.
  13. Return the browned ribs to the pot.
  14. Add the non-alcoholic dry red wine alternative and non-alcoholic sherry alternative.
  15. Allow the liquids to reduce slightly.
  16. Pour in the beef broth.
  17. Cover the pot with a lid.
  18. Simmer for two hours.
  19. Add the chopped potatoes in the final 45 minutes of cooking.
  20. Season the stew to taste with salt and pepper before serving.

Notes

Ensure beef is dry before browning for a better sear.
Brown beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Let stew rest for 10 minutes before serving to meld flavors.
Keep beef fully submerged in broth for maximum tenderness.