There’s something timeless about a beef stew simmering on the stove or in the oven. We’ve cooked many different versions for you over the years, from all over the world. Today, I’m narrowing them down to my half-dozen all time favorites! Let me know your top picks in the comments!
Guinness Beef Stew
Let’s kick things off with a classic. Tender beef chunks braised in dark stout with onions, carrots, and root vegetables until the sauce turns rich and silky. If that’s not a pot of comfort, I don’t know what is!
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Birria
Ahh, birria. It’s a bold Mexican stew where beef is slow-cooked in a rich chili-spiced broth until fall-apart tender. This one is most famously the starting point for Birria Tacos, but I adore it just as much as a stew.
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Beef Tagine
I just can’t help but get excited when I have this Moroccan-style stew simmering away. It’s very unique, with warm spices, dried fruit and chickpeas along with the beef. A stew that feels exotic and comforting at once.
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Carbonnade Flamande
A Belgian stew of beef simmered in beer with onions and herbs until meltingly tender. It’s super rich, so you might not need a giant bowl for this stew!
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Puerto Rican Carne Guisada
There’s so much flavor in every single bite of Carne Guisada. Why not? There is plenty of those famous Puerto Rican flavor enhancers like sofrito, Sazon, adobo, and olives. I want some right now!
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Filipino Beef Caldereta
Let me introduce you to Beef Caldereta (or Beef Kaldereta), a comforting Filipino classic! This hearty stew is packed with rich flavors and warmth, making it a favorite comfort food.
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