Classic Swedish beef stew Step 1 of 10
  1. 1
    Step 1

    Trim 1 kg of beef of any gristle and cut into approximately 3x3 cm cubes.

  2. 2
    Step 2

    Peel 400 g of carrots and 2 yellow onions. Cut them into approximately 3 cm pieces.

  3. 3
    Step 3

    Heat 15 g of butter and 15 ml of oil in a pot and brown the meat until it has a nice color.

  4. 4
    Step 4

    Add the carrots, onions, 3 bay leaves, and 30 allspice berries to the pot.

  5. 5
    Step 5

    Let the vegetables sauté with the meat for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.

  6. 6
    Step 6

    Pour in 1 l of water and 30 ml of veal stock. Bring to a boil and skim the surface.

  7. 7
    Step 7

    Let the stew simmer covered for 2 to 2.5 hours until the meat is tender. Skim off the fat if necessary.

  8. 8
    Step 8

    Remove the lid for the last half hour of cooking time.

  9. 9
    Step 9

    Mix 15 g of cornstarch with a little water and stir into the stew to thicken it.

  10. 10
    Step 10

    Season with salt and pepper. Serve with boiled potatoes and pickled beets.

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