Rapsodia Rumena (romanian Rhapsody)

Rapsodia Rumena, or Romanian Rhapsody, is a traditional Southern European dish that is rich in flavor and history. This hearty stew is a celebration of the diverse culinary influences found in Romanian cuisine.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Southern European Stew Romanian Cuisine Traditional
Rapsodia Rumena (romanian Rhapsody)

Ingredients

  • 1 lb beef stew meat, cubed
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 3 carrots, sliced
  • 3 potatoes, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, brown the beef stew meat over medium heat.
  2. Add the onions and garlic, and cook until softened.
  3. Pour in the red wine and simmer for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the carrots, potatoes, bell pepper, tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, and paprika. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  6. Once the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through, remove the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning if needed.
  7. Serve the Rapsodia Rumena hot, accompanied by crusty bread or polenta.

Cooking & Preparation

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

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Protein
25g
Fat
10g

Supplies

Large pot Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons Stirring spoon

Tools

Dutch oven Vegetable peeler

Serving suggestions

Serving Suggestions: Rapsodia Rumena pairs well with a glass of Romanian red wine and a fresh green salad.

Tips & tricks

Tips: For a richer flavor, you can marinate the beef in red wine and garlic for a few hours before cooking.

Cost

$25