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Beef Daube

Ultimate Comfort: Hearty Beef Daube Made Easy at Home

Experience the rich flavors of Beef Daube, a classic French stew that warms the soul with tender meat and aromatic herbs.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beef
Cuisine: French
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 3 lb Beef Shin or Chuck Steak This cut becomes wonderfully tender when braised.
  • 4 tbsp All-Purpose Flour Helps achieve browning and thickens the sauce.
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances the flavors.
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper Adds a warm spice.
For Flavor
  • ½ cup Diced Pancetta or Bacon Infuses a smoky depth.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Used for sautéing.
  • 1 tbsp Butter Adds a creamy mouthfeel.
  • 4 large Shallots Brings sweetness.
  • 14 oz Carrots Adds natural sweetness.
  • 1 small Whole Garlic Head Minced garlic works as a substitute.
For Braising
  • ¾ cup Red Wine Creates depth and acidity.
  • 14 oz Canned Chopped Tomatoes Enhances body and acidity.
  • 1 tbsp Sherry Vinegar Adds complex flavor.
  • 4 large Prunes Provides sweetness.
  • 3 cups Beef Broth or Stock Melds ingredients.
Herbs & Seasoning
  • 2 Bay Leaves Imparts lovely flavor.
  • 2 Thyme Sprigs Provides earthy note.
  • 5 stalks Parsley Stems and Leaves Add freshness.
  • 1 small piece Orange Peel Optional for sweetness.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
  2. Pat the beef dry, then coat with flour, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and cook pancetta for 5-7 minutes, then remove.
  4. Brown the beef in the same pot for 4-5 minutes each side.
  5. Add butter, shallots, carrots, and garlic; sauté for 6-8 minutes.
  6. Deglaze with red wine, scraping the bottom, and reduce for 5 minutes.
  7. Add tomatoes, prunes, and sherry vinegar, simmer for 2 minutes.
  8. Create bouquet garni with thyme, bay leaves, parsley stems, and orange peel.
  9. Pour in beef broth, return beef and pancetta, and stir to combine.
  10. Cover and cook in the oven for 2-3 hours until tender.
  11. Remove and discard bouquet garni, stir in smashed garlic.
  12. Taste and adjust seasoning, serve warm garnished with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 6gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 25mg

Notes

Allow the Beef Daube to rest overnight for deeper flavors.

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