Spicy Norwegian Beef Stew
A hearty, slow-cooked beef stew infused with the warmth of Mexican spices and the earthiness of Norwegian galangal.
Ingredients
- ●1.5 lbs Beef stew meat
- ●2 stalks Norwegian galangal
- ●2 tbsp Richly spiced chili powder
- ●1 large Onion
- ●3 cloves Garlic
- ●2 tbsp Tomato paste
- ●1 can Diced tomatoes
- ●1 cup Chicken broth
- ●1 tsp Brown sugar
- ● Saltto taste
- ● Black pepperto taste
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp of oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown the beef stew meat in batches until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch.
- 3
Remove the browned beef from the pot and set aside.
- 4
Reduce heat to medium and add the onion to the pot, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the Norwegian galangal and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- 6
Add the chili powder and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
- 7
Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
- 8
Add the diced tomatoes, chicken broth, brown sugar, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
- 9
Return the browned beef to the pot and bring to a boil.
- 10
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2.5 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- 11
Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired.