Beef Recipes

Beef Stew Recipe

Beef Stew Recipe

 



Beef Stew



This hearty beef stew is made with tender beef shanks (beef shin), simmered in a flavorful mix of onions, garlic, peppers, carrots, and a braai tomato relish. The one-pot dish results in a rich, nourishing broth with melt in your mouth meat, perfect for a comforting, homey meal full of warmth and nutrients.

For an extra comforting touch, serve the beef stew on a bed of creamy mashed potatoes. The smooth, buttery mash perfectly complements the rich, flavorful stew, making every bite indulgent and satisfying. It’s the perfect base to soak up all the delicious sauce!





  • 1.5 Kg beef shanks (beef shin)
  • 1 onion - finely chopped
  • 4 carrots peeled and chopped
  • 3 small peppers (variety of colors)
  • 4 garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp thyme
  • 4 dried bay leaves
  • 1 tin tomato braai relish
  • 2 cups red wine
  • 2 tsp sugar
  • 1 sachet beef stock
  • 2 tbsp balsamic glaze
  • salt & pepper covering each meat piece
  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • Water


  1. Chop all your vegetables (onions, garlic, carrots, and peppers).

  2. Salt each piece of beef shank individually.

  3. In a large pot, add sugar, beef stock, and butter.

  4. Add the chopped vegetables (onions, garlic, carrots, and peppers) to the pot.

  5. Drizzle in the balsamic glaze.

  6. Add bay leaves, thyme, and pepper to the mix.

  7. Pour in 2 cups of red wine of your choice.

  8. Add the tomato braai relish to the pot.

  9. Top up with boiling water, just enough to cover the ingredients.

  10. Bake in the oven at 200°C (400°F) for 3 hours, topping up with boiling water halfway through.

  11. Once done, mix 2 tsp of Maizena with a little water and stir it into the pot to thicken the sauce.





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