Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.5 cup

vegetable oil

1 unit

onion

thinly sliced

1 unit

garlic

minced

2 lb

round steak

2.5 tbsp

flour

1 tsp

salt

0.25 tsp

pepper

2 unit

parsley sprigs

chopped

0.5 tsp

nutmeg

0.5 tsp

dried thyme

1 unit

bay leaf

12 oz

beer

1 tbsp

brown sugar

Step 1
~13 min

Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C).

Step 2
~13 min

Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 3
~13 min

Sauté thinly sliced onions and minced garlic in the hot oil until transparent. Remove and set aside in a small bowl.

Step 4
~13 min

Trim round steak and cut into cubes.

Step 5
~13 min

Dredge beef cubes in flour, salt, and pepper to coat evenly.

Step 6
~13 min

Brown the dredged beef cubes in the same pot until nicely browned on all sides.

Step 7
~13 min

Transfer the browned meat to a glass baking dish or Dutch oven.

Step 8
~13 min

Spread the sautéed onions and garlic evenly over the beef.

Step 9
~13 min

Sprinkle chopped parsley sprigs, nutmeg, dried thyme, and a bay leaf over the beef and vegetables.

Step 10
~13 min

Pour the can of beer over the ingredients in the baking dish.

Step 11
~13 min

Sprinkle brown sugar evenly over the beer and ingredients.

Step 12
~13 min

Cover the baking dish tightly with a lid or aluminum foil.

Step 13
~13 min

Bake in the preheated oven for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, or until the beef is very tender.

Step 14
~13 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Serve with crusty bread for dipping in the sauce.

Add carrots and potatoes for a more complete meal.

Use a dark Belgian beer for a richer flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day in advance and reheated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with crusty bread.

Serve alongside mashed potatoes or noodles.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Mashed potatoes
Crusty bread
Green salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Flanders, Belgium

Cultural Significance

A traditional dish often served in Belgian pubs.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Family Gatherings

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Fall
Winter
Family Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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