{"id":62457,"date":"2023-07-20T14:55:48","date_gmt":"2023-07-20T12:55:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/znam.si\/uncategorized\/beef-and-green-bean-stew-with-potatoes\/"},"modified":"2025-10-02T09:23:10","modified_gmt":"2025-10-02T07:23:10","slug":"beef-and-green-bean-stew-with-potatoes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/znam.si\/en\/recepti-i-hrana\/jela-na-zlicu\/beef-and-green-bean-stew-with-potatoes\/","title":{"rendered":"Beef and Green Bean Stew with Potatoes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Beef and Green Bean Stew with Potatoes<\/strong> is a hearty, traditional one-pot dish that combines tender beef, fresh green beans, potatoes, and aromatic spices into a warm and nourishing meal. Slowly cooked to perfection, the flavors meld together into a thick, creamy, and comforting stew \u2013 ideal for a family lunch or dinner, especially on cooler days. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Ingredients for Beef and Green Bean Stew with Potatoes (serves 4\u20136)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>500 g beef (chuck, shank, or round \u2013 cut into cubes)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>500 g green beans (trimmed and cut into pieces)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 large onions, finely chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 carrots, diced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp tomato paste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 liter beef or vegetable stock<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp sweet paprika<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1\u20132 pinches chili powder (optional)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 bay leaf<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>salt<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pepper<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Method<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"dropcapp4\">1Heat the olive oil in a large pot. Add the beef cubes and sear over medium-high heat until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"dropcapp4\">2Add the chopped onion and carrots to the same pot and saut\u00e9 for a few minutes until softened.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"dropcapp4\">3Stir in garlic, paprika, chili (if using), and tomato paste. Mix well and return the beef to the pot. Stir everything together with the vegetables. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"dropcapp4\">4Add potatoes and green beans, then pour in the stock. Add the bay leaf and season with salt and pepper. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"dropcapp4\">5Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer gently for about 1.5\u20132 hours, until the meat is tender and the flavors are well developed. Stir occasionally.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"dropcapp4\">6If needed, add a little water during cooking. Towards the end, taste and adjust seasoning. <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"dropcapp4\">7Before serving, sprinkle with chopped parsley.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tips for the Perfect Stew<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<p>\u2022 For a richer flavor, you can also saut\u00e9 some diced pancetta or bacon at the beginning.<br\/>\u2022 To shorten the cooking time, use ground beef instead of cubed beef.<br\/>\u2022 This stew tastes even better the next day, once the flavors have blended together.<br\/>\u2022 If you prefer a thicker consistency, mash a few of the potatoes in the pot or let the stew reduce slightly without a lid.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Which cut of beef is best?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>The best cuts are chuck, shank, or round \u2013 they have enough connective tissue and fat to make the stew rich and flavorful when slow-cooked.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Can I make it without potatoes?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Yes, but potatoes give the stew its creamy texture. Without them, you can add more carrots or other vegetables for thickness. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What goes well on the side?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Serve the stew with a slice of fresh homemade bread to soak up the sauce. A green salad and a glass of red wine also pair beautifully. <\/p>\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Beef and Green Bean Stew with Potatoes is a hearty, traditional one-pot dish that combines tender beef, fresh green beans, potatoes, and aromatic spices into a warm and nourishing meal. 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