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Slow-Cooked British Beef Stew
Great British Beef Week | Seasonal British Cooking
A rich, slow-cooked dish built around carefully prepared British beef. Designed for ease, this recipe delivers depth of flavour with minimal effort — ideal for family meals or batch cooking.
Recipe Overview
- Prep time: 15 minutes
- Cook time: 1–2 hours
- Serves: 4–6
- Best for: batch cooking, everyday meals
About This Recipe
Slow cooking allows the meat to become tender while developing a fuller flavour. Choosing well-sourced British beef ensures consistency and a reliable result every time.
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Ingredients
- 600g diced British beef (braising steak or chuck)
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, cut into chunks
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 500ml beef stock
- 1 tbsp oil
- Salt and black pepper
Method
- Heat oil and brown the beef in batches.
- Remove and cook onion and garlic until softened.
- Add tomato paste and stir briefly.
- Return beef and pour in stock.
- Simmer gently until tender.
- Add carrots towards the end and adjust seasoning.
CV Kitchen Tips: Freezing & Preparation
For easier slicing, chill beef in the freezer for 30–45 minutes before cutting. This helps create cleaner, more even pieces — ideal for stews and batch cooking.
- Portion before freezing for convenience
- Use within 3 months for best quality
- Defrost slowly in the fridge
Serving Suggestions
Serve with crusty bread, potatoes or grains. This dish also improves the next day, making it ideal for leftovers.
Related Recipes & Guides
- Explore our full British beef selection
- Discover lean protein options for meal prep
- See more CV Kitchen Tips recipes
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