Southern beef stew is rich, hearty, and full of flavor. One mouthful will give you all of the comfort food vibes you need. This easy beef stew recipe is one of a kind. The seasoning is top tier and can be easily adjusted to your liking!

Southern Beef Stew
Southern Beef Stew

This Southern beef stew recipe uses elementary ingredients that may even be in your pantry. The ingredients are simple, and none should be hard to find. If you don’t like the red wine in this recipe, you can replace it with beef broth or water. My only suggestion is to make sure you are up to your seasonings.

Ingredients For Southern Beef Stew

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  • Beef Stew- They sell this in any supermarket. They come in cubes and are perfect for searing!
  • Olive Oil- Allow you to brown the meat just to give it that charred taste. 
  • Garlic Cloves Minced- Adds in a ton of flavor and robust taste. 
  • Bay Leaf- Gives the recipe an herb-like flavor that is not too overpowering.
  • Onion Chopped- Flavor on top of flavor, but if you’re not a fan of onions, they can be removed. 
  • All Purpose Flour or Cornstarch- To thicken things up, make the beef stew gravy thick and delicious! 
  • Carrots- The carrots pair perfectly with the tenderness of the stew.
  • Tomato Paste- Adds in that creamy richness that will have you begging for more.
  • Russet Potatoes or Yukon(Peeled and cut into bite-size pieces
  • Beef Broth—Create the base of the recipe, which is a delicious soup-like gravy that pairs well with white rice!
  • Red Wine- Used for an added taste of sweetness but not to much, just the right amount.

How To Make Southern Beef Stew?

  • Preheat your cast iron Dutch pan to medium-high.
  • Cut your beef into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl.
  • Generously season your meat.
  • Add olive oil to your pot.
  • Once your olive oil begins to sizzle, you must add your seasoned beef, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot with meat.
  • Brown all sides of your stew beef and remove it from the pot. Repeat these steps for any remaining beef. Add extra olive oil if need be.
  • Remove your beef from the pot and set it on the side
  • Add in your onions, garlic, and carrots, then allow to cook until they begin to soften. Stirring occasionally.
  • Sprinkle in your flour and stir for 2 minutes or until flour is dissolved.
  • Next, add in your red wine & tomato paste and stir until combined.
  • Add your beef broth, beef, and potatoes to the pot and stir.
  • Season to taste and add to your bay leaf. Place a lid over your pot and cook on medium-low for 2 1/2 hours.
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Common Questions

You can pair this southern stew beef with rice! Trust me that is all you need. Then again. This recipe is so good you don’t even need the rice. It can be eaten by itself. You can also eat this stew beef recipe with my delicious cornbread as well.

Yes, you can substitute flour. You can replace your flour with cornstarch. The only thing you will need to do is add ½ cups of water to a cup, then add 1 Teaspoon cornstarch and mix. Now, add that in place of the flour. That’s it!

Southern Beef Stew

How to make delicious beef stew? If that’s a question you’re asking. Look no further. I’ve got your back. This easy beef stew recipe is one of a kind. It’s having so many mind-blowing flavors. This stew recipe will become one of your favorite dishes to make. Without further ado let’s jump into this recipe.
Southern Beef Stew
Servings: 6 People
Calories 446
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes

Ingredients  

  • 3 lbs Stew Beef
  • 3 Tbsp Olive Oil
  • 3 Garlic Cloves Minced
  • Black Pepper To taste
  • Salt To taste
  • 1 Bay Leaf
  • 2 Thyme Sprigs
  • 1 Onion Chopped
  • 1 Tbsp All Purpose Flour Cornstarch
  • 3 Carrots Cut into bite size pieces
  • 2 Russet Potatoes or Yukon Peeled and cut into bite-size pieces
  • 2 Tbsp Tomato Paste
  • 2 Cups Beef Broth Low Sodium
  • 1 Cup Red Wine

Instructions

  • Preheat your cast iron Dutch pan to medium-high.
  • Cut your beef into bite-sized pieces and place it in a bowl.
    3 lbs Stew Beef
  • To your pot add your olive oil. Once your olive oil begins to sizzle add in your beef, making sure not to overcrowd the pot with the meat. Generously season your meat. Salt & pepper to taste or whatever kind of seasonings you prefer.
    3 Tbsp Olive Oil, Salt, Black Pepper
  • Brown all sides of your stew beef and remove it from the pot. Repeat these steps for any remaining beef. Add extra olive oil if needed.
  • Remove your beef from the pot and set it to the side.
  • Add in your onions, garlic, and carrots then allow to cook until they begin to soften. Stirring occasionally.
    1 Onion, 3 Carrots, 3 Garlic Cloves
  • Add in your flour and stir for 2 minutes or until flour is dissolved.
    1 Tbsp All Purpose Flour
  • Next, add in your red wine and tomato paste and stir until combined.
    1 Cup Red Wine, 2 Tbsp Tomato Paste
  • Add in your beef broth and stir.
    2 Cups Beef Broth
  • Place your stew beef & potatoes into the pot. Then season to taste and add in your bay leaf and thyme.
    1 Bay Leaf, 2 Thyme Sprigs, 2 Russet Potatoes or Yukon
  • Place a lid over your pot and cook on medium-low for 2 1/2 hours.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American

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