Winter Beef Stew With Citrus And Porter Recipe

Name: Winter Beef Stew With Citrus And Porter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Extra virgin olive oil; 2 pounds beef stew meat (I used chuck), preferably grass fed, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1-1 1/2 inch pieces (my children prefer the meat to be on the smaller side, feel free to cut larger …; 1 large onion, chopped; Kosher salt; Black pepper; 1 1/2 cups chicken stock; 1 spice bundle with 1 star anise pod, 2 black cardamom pods, 1/2 t whole allspice placed in the center of a square piece of cheesecloth and tied with kitchen twine; 6 med-large carrots, peeled, sliced on the bias (about 3 cups); 1 celery root (mine weighed just under a pound) thoroughly scrubbed, peeled, trimmed and chopped into 1/2 inch pieces; 4 large garlic cloves, peeled, trimmed, smashed with the flat side of a large knife; 1 large juicy sweet orange (you'll use the zest and juice see below); 1 Meyer lemon (you'll use the zest); 1 cup porter beer (I used Sierra Nevada); 4 ounces kumquats, washed, quartered and seeded; 12 shiitake mushrooms, washed, stemmed and sliced; 1 t cornstarch + 3t water for slurry (if desired); Chopped cilantro for serving

Warm up with this hearty Winter Beef Stew With Citrus And Porter recipe. Made with Extra virgin olive oil, beef stew meat, onion and Kosher salt. Easy s…

This Winter Beef Stew With Citrus And Porter relies on simple, everyday ingredients such as extra virgin olive oil, large onion, chopped, kosher salt and black pepper. It comes together quickly and makes 4 servings, at about 1221 kcal each. The step-by-step instructions below are written to be easy to follow, even on a busy day.

It works as a light main on its own or as a starter alongside crusty bread, and it's just as good for a cozy night in as it is for feeding a crowd. Leftovers keep well, so it's a smart choice for meal prep too.

Updated Jun 30, 2026

Serves 4 Soups & Stews

Servings: persons

Extra virgin olive oil
2 pounds beef stew meat (I used chuck), preferably grass fed, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1-1 1/2 inch pieces (my children prefer the meat to be on the smaller side, feel free to cut larger pieces, keeping in mind that cook time will be longer)
1 large onion, chopped
Kosher salt
Black pepper
1 1/2 cups chicken stock
1 spice bundle with 1 star anise pod, 2 black cardamom pods, 1/2 t whole allspice placed in the center of a square piece of cheesecloth and tied with kitchen twine
6 med-large carrots, peeled, sliced on the bias (about 3 cups)
1 celery root (mine weighed just under a pound) thoroughly scrubbed, peeled, trimmed and chopped into 1/2 inch pieces
4 large garlic cloves, peeled, trimmed, smashed with the flat side of a large knife
1 large juicy sweet orange (you'll use the zest and juice see below)
1 Meyer lemon (you'll use the zest)
1 cup porter beer (I used Sierra Nevada)
4 ounces kumquats, washed, quartered and seeded
12 shiitake mushrooms, washed, stemmed and sliced
1 t cornstarch + 3t water for slurry (if desired)
Chopped cilantro for serving

1
In a Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Pat meat dry with a paper towel. Add meat to pot in a single layer, making sure not to crowd the pieces. Season meat with a sprinkle of salt and a few grinds of pepper and cook, browning each side and turning, about 4 minutes. Transfer browned meat to a clean bowl. Repeat with remaining meat, about 4 minutes more, adding a bit more oil if necessary to prevent sticking.
2
Once you have browned all the meat, add a bit more oil to pan, and then add the chopped onions. Cook onions until they are fragrant and start to become translucent. If you find that your onions start to burn, add a splash of chicken stock. Return meat to pan. Add 1 1/2 cups chicken stock and spice bundle. Cover pot, bring mixture to a boil and then reduce heat to low. Allow mixture to simmer for one hour.
3
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F.
4
When beef-spice mixture has simmered for 50 minutes, get your root vegetables roasting. Place carrots and celery root on a large rimmed half sheet pan. Zest orange and lemon over vegetables on pan and season mixture with salt and a few good glugs of olive oil, and then toss to combine. Add smashed garlic cloves to pan as well. Roast until tender, about 20 minutes, shaking pan and tossing vegetables with a wooden spoon half way through. Slice your zested orange in half-crosswise, and then cut each half in two.
5
At 70 minutes, when your root vegetables are roasted, taste your meat; if you cut pieces into 1-inch cubes, they should be soft and tender. If they need a little more time, continue to simmer stew, checking after another 10. Once meat is tender, add roasted vegetables (be sure to scrape pan to get all the zest), porter, orange juice - squeeze the quarters right into the pot, prepared kumquats and shiitakes. Gently stir to combine. Cover pot, bring mixture to a boil and then reduce to a simmer. Allow stew to bubble away for 30-35 minutes more. Taste for salt and adjust as necessary. The stew will be on the thin side. If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water in a small bowl and then stir it into the bubbling stew. Remove spice bundle and discard. Serve stew over rice with cilantro on top if desired. This is delicious immediately, but also excellent the next day. Enjoy!
6
Note: You can make the stew through step 2 one day ahead. Allow mixture to cool slightly before refrigerating overnight. When ready to make stew, skim top of any excess fat before proceeding with step 3.

1221

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

111

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Extra virgin olive oil, 2 pounds beef stew meat (I used chuck), preferably grass fed, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1-1 1/2 inch pieces (my children prefer the meat to be on the smaller side, feel free to cut larger pieces, keeping in mind that cook time will be longer), 1 large onion, chopped, Kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Winter Beef Stew With Citrus And Porter 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
1221 kcal
Category
Soups & Stews

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