Dive into a bowl of pure comfort with this delicious This soulful dish features tender, succulent beef chunks simmered slowly in a rich, savory tomato-based broth, complemented by the sweet burst of fresh corn on the cob. It's a truly warming meal, perfect for any occasion, promising a delightful blend of flavors that will nourish your body and soul.
📜 Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1.5 lbs halal beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
4 cups halal beef broth or water
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 ears of corn, husked and cut into 2-inch pieces
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)
📝 Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Pat the beef cubes dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Add the beef to the hot pot in a single layer, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Sear until well browned on all sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the browned beef and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium, then add the chopped onion to the pot. Sauté until softened and translucent, about 5-7 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the crushed tomatoes, beef broth (or water), bay leaves, paprika, and oregano. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring well.
- Return the browned beef to the pot, ensuring it's mostly submerged in the liquid. Bring back to a gentle simmer, then reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is very tender.
- After the beef is tender, add the corn pieces to the stew. Cover and continue to cook for another 15-20 minutes, or until the corn is tender-crisp.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Remove the bay leaves before serving.
- Ladle the hot stew into bowls, garnish with fresh chopped cilantro if desired, and serve immediately.
💡 Chef's Tips
- For an even richer flavor, you can add 1-2 chopped carrots and 1 large chopped potato along with the beef broth in step 5. This will make the stew even heartier and more robust!
- This stew pairs wonderfully with steamed white rice, crusty bread, or even a side of fluffy couscous to soak up all that delicious broth. It's truly a complete meal on its own!
