Castilian-style Braised Beef With Red Wine

This Castilian-style Braised Beef with Red Wine is a classic dish from the Castilian-Manchego cuisine, known for its rich flavors and hearty ingredients.

Castilian-style Braised Beef With Red Wine

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into chunks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 carrot, diced
  • 1 celery stalk, diced
  • 2 cups red wine
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 bay leaves
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef in batches and set aside.
  3. Add the onion, garlic, carrot, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened.
  4. Pour in the red wine and beef broth, then add the bay leaves.
  5. Return the beef to the pot. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook for 3 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  6. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
3 hours
Total time:
3 hours
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
10g
Fat
20g

Supplies

Large pot Cutting board Knife Measuring cups Measuring spoons

Tools

Tongs Ladle

Serving suggestions

Serve the Castilian-style Braised Beef with Red Wine with crusty bread or over creamy mashed potatoes.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, marinate the beef in red wine and aromatics overnight before cooking.

Cost

$25