Braised Beef In Espresso Recipe

Name: Braised Beef In Espresso
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs beef stew meat, trimmed of fat, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks, and blotted dry; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; salt; fresh ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 2 medium onions, chopped; 3 carrots, cut diagonally into 2-inch chunks; 4 new potatoes, diced; 6 small turnips, peeled and quartered; 1 cup strong coffee; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 cup dry red wine

Servings: persons

3 lbs beef stew meat, trimmed of fat, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks, and blotted dry
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
salt
fresh ground black pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 medium onions, chopped
3 carrots, cut diagonally into 2-inch chunks
4 new potatoes, diced
6 small turnips, peeled and quartered
1 cup strong coffee
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 cup dry red wine

1
In a zip-lock plastic bag, toss the beef with the flour, salt, and pepper; shake off excess flour.
2
In a big skillet over med-high heat, warm 1 1/2 tablespoons oil until very hot.
3
Add half the beef; brown on all sides, about 5 minutes; transfer to a slow cooker.
4
Repeat with the remaining oil and beef.
5
Add the onions to the skillet; cook/stir 5minutes, until softened.
6
Transfer to the cooker and add the carrots, potatoes, and turnips.
7
Add the coffee and thyme to the cooker.
8
Pour the wine into the skillet; bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly and scraping up any browned bits stuck to the pan.
9
Pour into the cooker and stir.
10
Cover and cook on LOW for 7-8 hours, until the meat is tender.
11
Taste for salt/pepper, add to if needed; serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs beef stew meat, trimmed of fat, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks, and blotted dry, 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour, salt, fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Braised Beef In Espresso falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Braised Beef In Espresso

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