Beef and Potato Stew

Beef and Potato Stew is a hearty, slow-cooked comfort dish featuring tender chunks of beef and potatoes simmered in a rich, savory broth. It typically includes aromatic vegetables like onions, carrots, and celery, along with herbs such as thyme and bay leaves for depth of flavor. This classic stew has roots in European cuisine, particularly in British, Irish, and Eastern European traditions, and is enjoyed worldwide as a warming, satisfying meal.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein from the beef and provides a good source of carbohydrates from the potatoes, making it a balanced, energy-dense meal. It is also rich in iron, potassium, and B vitamins, with a rough calorie ballpark of around 350-450 calories per serving, depending on portion size and added fats.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	250 kcal
Protein	18 g
Carbs	20 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	600 mg
Potassium	450 mg
Iron	2.5 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Zinc	4 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Niacin (B3)	5 mg
Selenium	15 mcg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Beef and Potato Stew is culturally significant as a symbol of home cooking and communal meals, often passed down through family recipes. Nutritionally, it's unique for combining slow-cooked meat with starchy vegetables, which helps tenderize the beef while creating a naturally thickened, nutrient-rich broth.