Dumpling Stew Recipe

Name: Dumpling Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds stewing beef or lamb; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, chopped; 1 clove garlic, minced; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; 1 1/2 to 2 quarts water; Herb bouquet (parsley, thyme and bay leaf tied in cheesecloth); 4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered; 2 carrots, cut in one-inch pieces; 13 pound green beans; ⅔ cup shredded beef or vegetable suet; 1 ⅓ cups self-raising flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon herbes de Provence; Dash Cayenne pepper; 2 to 4 tablespoons cold water

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds stewing beef or lamb
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 medium onion, chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
1 1/2 to 2 quarts water
Herb bouquet (parsley, thyme and bay leaf tied in cheesecloth)
4 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
2 carrots, cut in one-inch pieces
13 pound green beans
⅔ cup shredded beef or vegetable suet
1 ⅓ cups self-raising flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon herbes de Provence
Dash Cayenne pepper
2 to 4 tablespoons cold water

1
Cut the beef or lamb into one-and-a-half-inch cubes.
2
Pat them dry with paper towels.
3
Heat the oil in a casserole or heavy stew pan.
4
Brown the meat over medium to high heat.
5
Add the onions and garlic and saute for five minutes.
6
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
7
Add the water and herb bouquet.
8
Bring to simmer, turn down heat and cook gently, uncovered, for 45 minutes.
9
Add the potatoes and the carrots.
10
Cut the beans into two-inch pieces and set aside.
11
Meanwhile, make the dumplings.
12
Put the suet and the flour in a mixing bowl.
13
Add the salt, herbes de Provence and Cayenne pepper.
14
Mix thoroughly.
15
Make a well in the middle and gradually add the water.
16
Knead the mixture until you have a thick dough (as for pastry).
17
Shape into balls slightly smaller than a walnut.
18
After the stew has cooked for one hour, add the dumplings.
19
Drop them into the simmering stew.
20
Add the beans, cover and cook at low temperature for one-half hour.

1285

kcal

Calories

Fat

154

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds stewing beef or lamb, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 medium onion, chopped, 1 clove garlic, minced, and more.

Yes, Dumpling Stew 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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Dumpling Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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