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Beef Carbonnade Fries

Beef Carbonnade Fries

Discover the joy of Beef Carbonnade Fries with tender slow-cooked beef and crispy homemade fries perfect for any cozy evening meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 kg beef stew meat
  • 3 pieces onions, sliced
  • 50 cl dark Belgian ale
  • 2 tablespoons mustard
  • 400 g potatoes, cut into fries
  • 1 piece bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaf, and parsley)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 slices gingerbread or rye bread, crumbled
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large casserole or Dutch oven
  • Kitchen knife and cutting board
  • Potato peeler
  • Slotted spoon
  • Frying pan

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large casserole over medium heat.
  2. Cut the beef into bite-sized pieces and brown them on all sides in the casserole.
  3. Add thinly sliced onions and sauté until translucent.
  4. Stir in the mustard and mix well.
  5. Pour in the beer and add the bouquet garni; bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer for 2 hours.
  6. Peel and cut the potatoes into fry shapes, boil in salted water for 5 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
  7. Add crumbled gingerbread and sugar to the casserole 30 minutes before the carbonade is done.
  8. Season the carbonade with salt and pepper to taste, then serve with hot fries.

Nutrition

Calories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 40gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 900mgFiber: 6gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 25mg

Notes

For an extra touch of flavor, add a splash of red wine vinegar during the last 10 minutes of cooking. Use a mix of dark and light beers for a balanced flavor. Serve in rustic dishes garnished with fresh herbs for a charming presentation. Leftovers can be used for sandwiches or atop baked potatoes—versatile and delicious!
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