Bread and stew

Bread and stew is a hearty, comforting dish consisting of a savory, slow-cooked stew served over or alongside bread, which soaks up the flavorful broth. It typically features a base of meat (like beef or lamb) and root vegetables such as potatoes, carrots, and onions. This type of dish is a staple in many cuisines worldwide, from European goulash to American beef stew.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is generally high in carbohydrates from the bread and starchy vegetables, with a moderate to high protein content from the meat. It provides a good source of fiber, iron, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing approximately 450-600 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	520 kcal
Protein	32 g
Carbs	55 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	7 g
Sugar	8 g
Sodium	850 mg
Iron	4.5 mg
Potassium	780 mg
Vitamin A	450 mcg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Calcium	90 mg
Niacin (B3)	8 mg
Vitamin B6	0.6 mg
Zinc	5 mg

Per 1 serving (400 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the dish represents a practical and nourishing way to use inexpensive, tough cuts of meat by slow-cooking them to tenderness, while the bread serves as an edible utensil to enjoy every last drop of the nutrient-rich gravy.