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Carbonade flamande · Belgium

Slow-Cooked Belgian Carbonade

A rich and flavorful beef stew with beer, onions, and aromatic herbs, ideal for cold weather.

180 minutes4 servings
Slow-Cooked Belgian Carbonade
Photo: Arnaud 25 · CC BY-SA 4.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Melt butter in a Dutch oven.
  2. Sauté onion and garlic until soft.
  3. Brown the beef ribs in batches.
  4. Add ale, caraway seeds, parsley, salt, and pepper.
  5. Simmer covered for 2.5-3 hours.
  6. Serve with mashed potatoes or bread.
  7. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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