Beef stewed in beer with pepper

6 servings

150 minutes

Beef stewed in beer with pepper is a traditional German dish rooted in ancient recipes where meat was cooked in dark ale. The beer gives the beef a rich flavor, making it tender and juicy, while spices and herbs add depth to the aroma. The light sweetness of brown sugar and the acidity of apple cider vinegar create a balance of flavors. Bacon and caramelized onions complement the dish with notes of smokiness and tenderness. It's the perfect treat for cozy evenings when you crave something hearty and warming. Served with white bread that absorbs the rich sauce, making the meal even more satisfying and delicious.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 715.1
• Proteins: 37.5g
• Fats: 44.8g
• Carbohydrates: 36.9g

Ingredients

• Beef tenderloin: 1 kg
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Wheat flour: 1 glass
• Unsalted butter: 4 tbsp
• Bacon: 4 pc
• Garlic: 6 clove
• Onion: 3 head
• Dark ale: 2 glass
• Beef broth: 1 glass
• Brown sugar: 2 tbsp
• Apple cider vinegar: 2 tbsp
• Thyme: 3 stem
• Parsley: 3 stem
• Fresh tarragon: 2 stem
• Bay leaf: 1 g
• White bread: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Prepare all the ingredients.

2. Cut the beef into large pieces, place it on a dish, and season with salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beef tenderloin: 1 kg
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

3. Coat the pieces in flour.

   Required ingredients:

   • Wheat flour: 1 glass

4. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a pot over medium heat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Unsalted butter: 4 tablespoons

5. Sear the pieces of meat in small portions.

   Required ingredients:

   • Beef tenderloin: 1 kg

6. Place the fried meat on a dish.

7. Chop the bacon into small pieces and cook until the fat melts.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bacon: 4 pieces

8. Add the remaining butter, finely chopped garlic, and onion.

   Required ingredients:

   • Unsalted butter: 4 tablespoons
   • Garlic: 6 cloves
   • Onion: 3 heads

9. Roast for about 30 minutes until the garlic and onion caramelize a bit.

10. Pour in half of the ale (dark beer) and cook for about 4 minutes, scraping off the bits stuck to the bottom.

    Required ingredients:

    • Dark ale: 2 glasss

11. Then return the fried beef to the pot, pour in the beer and broth, add sugar, vinegar, sprigs of thyme, parsley and tarragon, and bay leaf.

    Required ingredients:

    • Beef tenderloin: 1 kg
    • Dark ale: 2 glasss
    • Beef broth: 1 glass
    • Brown sugar: 2 tablespoons
    • Apple cider vinegar: 2 tablespoons
    • Thyme: 3 stems
    • Parsley: 3 stems
    • Fresh tarragon: 2 stems
    • Bay leaf: 1 g

12. Salt and pepper it.

    Required ingredients:

    • Salt:  to taste
    • Ground black pepper:  to taste

13. Bring to a boil and continue cooking over medium heat for 1 1/2 hours.

14. Serve the cooked meat with bread.

    Required ingredients:

    • White bread:  to taste

15. Ready to serve!