Croatian Beef Stew
A hearty and flavorful stew originating from Croatia, made with tender beef and a rich blend of spices.
Ingredients
- β1.5 kg 1.5 kg beef stew meat
- β1 1 large onion
- β2 2 cloves garlic
- β1 1 large carrot
- β1 1 large potato
- β1 cup 1 cup red wine
- β2 cups 2 cups beef broth
- β1 tsp 1 tsp dried thyme
- β1 tsp 1 tsp paprika
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown the beef in batches until browned on all sides. Remove from pot and set aside.
- 3
Add onion and garlic to the pot and cook until the onion is translucent.
- 4
Add the carrots and potatoes to the pot and cook for 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the browned beef back to the pot, along with the red wine, beef broth, thyme, and paprika.
- 6
Bring the stew to a boil, then cover and transfer to the oven.
- 7
Bake for 2-1/2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- 8
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 9
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.