Stew Beef and Rice
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 pounds beef chuck
cut into approx. 2-inch chunks, or round
- 2 cups thinly sliced or diced onion
about 1 large onion
- 1 1/2 cups green bell pepper thinly sliced or diced
about 1 large pepper
- 4 garlic cloves
minced/grated
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 5 cups beef stock
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 3 tablespoons cornstarch
- additional salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups cups cooked rice
Directions
- 1
Heat a large pot or skillet over medium heat. Add vegetable oil. When oil is hot, add beef. Lightly brown beef chunks on all sides. Add onion and bell pepper; cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. Stir in garlic, dried oregano, salt and pepper. Continue to cook for 2 minutes stirring occasionally.
- 2
Stir in beef stock and bay leaf; bring to a low simmer. Cover and simmer over low heat until beef is tender, about 1 1/2-2 hours.* Remove a portion of the beef; shred apart then return to stew. (A potato masher could also be used to mash the meat apart while in the pot.)
- 3
Add cold water to a small measuring cup or mixing bowl. Whisk in cornstarch until thoroughly blended. Slowly stream cornstarch mixture into stew, stirring until combined. Simmer for another 15 minutes. Stew will thicken. Salt and pepper to taste.
- 4
Serve warm over cooked rice.
Stew Beef and Rice
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About this Recipe
Looking for a comforting, satisfying meal that truly sticks to your ribs? This Stew Beef and Rice delivers hearty flavors, slow-cooked to perfection, making it an ideal choice for a fulfilling family dinner. It's a dish designed to warm you from the inside out.
The magic of this recipe lies in the long, gentle simmer that transforms humble beef chuck or beef round into incredibly tender morsels. By slowly cooking the beef with aromatic onions, vibrant green bell peppers, and fresh garlic, infused with fragrant dried oregano and a bay leaf, the flavors meld into a rich, savory gravy. This careful development of flavor is what sets a truly great stew apart, creating a depth that satisfies.
You're in for a deeply flavorful experience with this stew. Expect fork-tender beef that practically melts in your mouth and a thick, savory gravy bursting with the mellow sweetness of cooked onions and peppers, brightened by the pungent kick of garlic and the earthy notes of oregano. Served generously over fluffy cooked rice, each spoonful offers a comforting blend of textures and robust taste that feels both familiar and profoundly satisfying. This is a substantial, warming dish, perfect for bringing everyone to the table for a hearty, complete meal.
While this Stew Beef and Rice recipe shines on its own, feel free to make it your own. For a slightly different aromatic profile, consider adding a pinch of smoked paprika alongside the dried oregano. If you prefer a milder pepper note, you could use a mix of green and red bell peppers. You can also easily adjust the amount of initial salt and pepper, and then fine-tune it to your personal preference throughout the cooking process.
Perfect for cooler evenings, weekend gatherings, or any time you crave true comfort food, this Stew Beef and Rice is a complete meal in itself. It's wonderfully suited for relaxed family dinners or a casual gathering where a warm, inviting dish is appreciated.