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savory miso beef stew

Miso Beef Stew with Sweet Potato Broth

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Course Main
Cuisine Japanese
Servings 4 servings

Equipment

  • 1 Large pot
  • 1 Wooden spoon
  • 1 sharp knife
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 measuring cup
  • 1 Ladle

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 large onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons miso paste
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 2 medium carrots sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ginger grated

Instructions
 

  • Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat.
  • Add beef cubes and brown them on all sides.
  • Remove beef from the pot and set aside.
  • In the same pot, add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until onion is translucent.
  • Stir in miso paste and cook for an additional minute.
  • Pour in beef broth, and bring to a boil.
  • Add sweet potatoes, carrots, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and ginger to the pot.
  • Return the beef to the pot and reduce heat to low.
  • Cover and simmer for 1 hour, or until the beef is tender.
  • Remove from heat and let the stew rest for 10 minutes.
  • Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider browning the beef in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot, which ensures a good sear. Adding the miso paste towards the beginning of cooking helps to meld its flavors into the broth, creating a deeper, umami-rich stew. Adjust the seasoning at the end, as the saltiness of miso and soy sauce can vary.
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