Soft beef stewed with carrots and onions

1 serving

135 minutes

This recipe embodies home comfort and traditional Russian hospitality. Tender beef slowly stewed with carrots and onions acquires a rich aroma and soft, juicy texture. Root vegetables add natural sweetness to the dish, while the meat broth enriches the flavor with deep, warming notes. This cooking method allows the ingredients to harmoniously blend together, creating a delightful dish that pairs perfectly with mashed potatoes or fresh bread. Historically similar dishes were found in Russian villages where slow cooking was a way to keep meat juicy and flavorful. This simple yet exquisite treat is perfect for a family dinner or a cozy evening with loved ones.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 690.2
• Proteins: 63.4g
• Fats: 38.2g
• Carbohydrates: 26.3g

Ingredients

• Beef: 300 g
• Carrot: 2 pc
• Meat broth: 400 ml
• Onion: 1 pc
• Spices: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Rinse the beef under cold running water. Cut it into small pieces across the fibers.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beef: 300 g

2. We clean the carrot, slice it into rounds, and place half of it at the bottom of the pot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 2 pieces

3. We clean the onion, chop it finely, and add half to the carrot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 1 piece

4. We place the chopped meat on the vegetables. Then we cover it with the remaining carrots and onions.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beef: 300 g
   • Carrot: 2 pieces
   • Onion: 1 piece

5. Pour everything with hot(!), but not boiling, meat broth. It should completely cover the contents of the pot.

   Required ingredients:

   • Meat broth: 400 ml

6. Add spices to taste. For me, it's just salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Spices:  to taste

7. Place the pot on low heat. The liquid should not boil, just simmer slightly.

8. Let it simmer for two hours.