"World-best beef stew", said my boss at home

My boss at home LO...VE beef stew.   I've modified from most of the recipes that call for bacon, herbs, wine/brandy, and any unnecessary things.  This is the most basic that give you the original taste of beef.   You can modified it by adding vegetables, the recipe variations are limitless.

I used a heavy casserole and an induction cooker to prepare this dish.  So, time to make the beef tender is variant depending on the equipment you use.

Step 1: Heat 1-tablespoon olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until hot.  Add the meat in batches and brown on all sides.   Set aside the beef for use later.

Step 2: Pour off the excess fat from pan, add 1 chopped onion and fry over medium heat until the onions are softened, about 3 minutes

Step 3: Add in tomatoes and fry until water release from the tomatoes

Step 4: Add a big tablespoon of flour and mix well with the ingredients

Step 5: Add a big tablespoon of tomato paste and fry for a minute

Step 6: Add chicken broth, just enough to cover the meat and bring to boil.

Step 7: Return beef to the pot. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer over low heat until the meat is fork-tender, about 1-hour

Step 8: After an hour, cut the beef into cubes and continue to simmer until beef is tender.  You may add 1 to 2 tablespoon of ketchup at the end to add strong flavour to the sauce.  My boss like it original though!


Bon appetit!