Description
Smoked Beef and Grape Juice Stew is an easy, hearty dish that combines tender smoked beef cubes with sweet grape juice, aromatic vegetables, and fragrant herbs for a comforting bowl of flavor. This recipe delivers a perfect balance of smoky, sweet, and savory notes, making it ideal for family dinners or cozy evenings. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and 90 minutes of simmering, it serves six generous portions, each packed with protein, vegetables, and satisfying richness and comforting taste.!!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds smoked beef, cut into cubes
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 3 potatoes, diced
- 2 cups grape juice
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté until translucent.
- Add smoked beef cubes, brown on all sides.
- Stir in carrots and potatoes, cook for a few minutes.
- Pour in grape juice and beef broth, add thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours until beef is tender.
- Adjust seasoning if needed and serve hot.
Notes
- For a thicker stew
- stir in a slurry of flour and cold water during the last 15 minutes. Skim excess fat from the surface before serving if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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