Sailors Stew
Set sail on a culinary adventure with Sailor's Stew, a hearty and comforting one-pot dish perfect for chilly evenings or rustic gatherings. This rich, slow-simmered stew combines tender, seared chunks of beef, vibrant vegetables like carrots, celery, and potatoes, and a flavorful blend of tomato paste, herbs, and warming spices such as thyme and paprika. Simmered to perfection in savory beef broth, it's finished with a pop of sweetness from frozen peas and a sprinkle of fresh parsley for an optional garnish. With its deeply satisfying flavors and ease of preparation, this classic recipe is a crowd-pleaser that evokes the spirit of traditional maritime fare. Ready in just under two hours and serving up to six, Sailor's Stew is a must-try for those seeking a cozy, homemade comfort food experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound beef stew meat, cubed
- 1 large yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 3 medium carrots, sliced into rounds
- 2 stalks celery stalks, diced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 leaf bay leaf
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
Add the cubed beef stew meat to the pot and sear on all sides until browned, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the meat and set it aside.
In the same pot, add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the sliced carrots, diced celery, and diced potatoes to the pot. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Stir in the tomato paste, coating the vegetables evenly, and cook for an additional 2 minutes to enhance the flavor.
Pour in the beef broth and return the browned beef to the pot.
Add the bay leaf, thyme sprigs, paprika, ground black pepper, and salt. Stir well to combine.
Bring the stew to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the flavors are well developed.
After 1 hour, remove the lid and stir in the frozen peas. Simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes.
Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Ladle the Sailor's Stew into bowls, garnish with freshly chopped parsley (if desired), and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2256 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 123.1 g | 158% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.0 g | 210% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 363 mg | 121% | |
| Sodium | 6458 mg | 281% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 181.3 g | 66% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.3 g | ||
| Protein | 125.7 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 421 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 23.4 mg | 130% | |
| Potassium | 6307 mg | 134% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
