Beef stew with beer and onions
8 servings
285 minutes
Beef stew in beer with onions is a magnificent dish that embodies the traditions of American cuisine. This recipe combines rich meat flavor with the caramelized sweetness of onions and a slight bitterness of beer, creating a delightful balance of tastes. Such preparation makes the beef incredibly tender and juicy, while the long simmering allows all ingredients to unfold in a rich aromatic sauce. Historically, such dishes are popular among lovers of cozy home cooking and are often prepared on cold days for a warming atmosphere. Serving it with sauce makes it an ideal option to accompany soft bread rolls or mashed potatoes, turning the meal into a true gastronomic celebration.
1
Slice the onion into half rings about 6-7 millimeters thick.
- Onion: 1.3 kg
2
Rub a large piece of boneless beef with vegetable oil and season with a mixture of salt and black pepper.
- Beef fillet: 2.3 kg
- Vegetable oil: 5 tablespoon
- Salt: 2.5 teaspoons
- Ground black pepper: 1 teaspoon
3
Place the meat in a large heavy skillet with boiling oil and fry on all sides (about 15 minutes). When the meat is browned, transfer it to a plate and let it cool slightly.
- Vegetable oil: 5 tablespoon
4
Pour 2 tablespoons of oil into a large pot or Dutch oven. When it sizzles, add all the onions and sauté for about 25 minutes.
- Vegetable oil: 5 tablespoon
- Onion: 1.3 kg
5
Add beer and vinegar to the onion and bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Lager (pale beer): 350 ml
- Red wine vinegar: 2 tablespoons
6
Carefully place the meat in the onion and beer, and bring to a boil again. Remove from heat and cover with a lid.
- Beef fillet: 2.3 kg
7
Place the meat container on the middle rack of the preheated oven at 175 degrees. Braise the meat covered for about 3 hours and 30 minutes until the beef is tender.
8
Before serving, remove the bay leaf from the sauce, skim off the floating fat, and let the meat cool for at least 20 minutes.
- Bay leaf: 3 pieces
9
Serve the sliced beef with onions and the sauce it was braised in.
