BRAISED BEEF AND VEAL WITH TOMATO GRAVY

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Braised Beef and Veal with Tomato Gravy image

Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     Beef     Breakfast     Brunch     Braise     Dinner     Fall     Winter     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free

Yield Makes 6 main-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 1/2 lb beef top-round steak (1/2 inch thick)
1 lb veal top-round steak (1/2 inch thick)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons rustic rub
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 cups chopped onion (1 large)
1 cup chopped green bell pepper (from 1 large)
1 cup chopped celery (about 2 ribs)
1 1/2 cups chopped peeled and seeded tomatoes (see cooks' note, below) or 1 1/2 cups (from a 28-oz can) drained canned tomatoes, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
5 Turkish bay leaves or 2 California
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, crumbled
1/4 teaspoon dried basil, crumbled
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
2 cups beef broth (homemade or canned; 16 fl oz)
1/2 cup dry red wine
3 tablespoons chopped scallions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cut beef and veal into 2-inch pieces. Combine flour and rustic rub in a small bowl. Working with 1 piece at a time, lightly coat meat with seasoned flour, then gently pound meat to 1/4 inch thick with flat side of a meat pounder, turning meat over occasionally.
  • Heat oil in a wide 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then sauté all meat, stirring constantly and turning over, until evenly and lightly browned on both sides, 5 to 6 minutes. Add onion, bell pepper, and celery and cook, stirring and scraping up any brown bits from bottom and side of pot, until softened, 5 to 6 minutes. Add tomatoes and garlic and cook, stirring frequently and scraping bottom and side of pot, 3 minutes. Add bay leaves, thyme, oregano, basil, salt, cayenne, black pepper, broth, and wine, then reduce heat and simmer, partially covered, stirring occasionally, until meat is very tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
  • Discard bay leaves and stir scallions and parsley into grillades. Serve immediately.

lmao_ sime
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I love the rich, flavorful gravy in this dish. It's perfect for spooning over mashed potatoes or rice.


Anilkumar Sah
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This is a great recipe for a crowd. I made it for a potluck dinner, and it was a big hit.


Lori deloach
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I'm a beginner cook, and this recipe was easy to follow. I'm really happy with how it turned out.


Sameen Ayesha
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This is a great recipe for a cold winter day. The braising process warms up the house and fills it with delicious aromas.


Gladys Guzman
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I love the combination of beef and veal in this dish. The two meats complement each other perfectly.


Chathuri Baba
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I've made this recipe several times, and it always turns out great. It's a family favorite.


Pearl Mafatelo
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The braising process makes the meat so tender and flavorful.


Tracey Duffield
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I'm not a huge fan of veal, but I really enjoyed this dish. The beef and veal were cooked perfectly, and the gravy was delicious.


arslan qamar
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion dinner. I made it for my husband's birthday, and he loved it. The meat was so tender and juicy, and the gravy was perfect.


Josh Zepf
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my gravy turned out a little too thin. I think I'll add a little cornstarch next time to thicken it up.


Ophis Nephele
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The flavors in this dish are amazing! The beef and veal are perfectly cooked, and the gravy is so flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Hanifah Anthony
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. I just browned the meat and vegetables, then added the sauce ingredients and simmered it for a few hours. It's a great weeknight meal.


Hantee Yt
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This is one of the best braised beef and veal recipes I've ever tried! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the gravy was rich and savory. I served it over mashed potatoes and green beans, and it was a hit with my family.