Best 5 Swedish Sailors Beef Stew Recipes

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Sailors Beef Stew is a traditional Swedish dish that is perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal. Made with tender beef, vegetables, and a rich gravy, this stew is sure to warm you up on a cold day. The beef is first browned and then simmered in a flavorful broth with carrots, celery, onion, and potatoes. The gravy is thickened with flour and butter, and then seasoned with salt, pepper, and allspice. Sailors Beef Stew is typically served with boiled potatoes or mashed potatoes.

This article includes three different recipes for Sailors Beef Stew:

* **Classic Sailors Beef Stew:** This is the traditional recipe for Sailors Beef Stew, made with beef, vegetables, and a rich gravy.
* **Slow Cooker Sailors Beef Stew:** This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Simply brown the beef and vegetables, then add them to your slow cooker with the broth and seasonings. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or on high for 4-6 hours.
* **Instant Pot Sailors Beef Stew:** This recipe is the quickest and easiest way to make Sailors Beef Stew. Simply brown the beef and vegetables in your Instant Pot, then add the broth and seasonings. Cook on high pressure for 30 minutes, then let the pressure release naturally.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and comforting dish.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

SAILOR'S STEW



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This is a hearty beef stew using beer and beef broth as its base. It's very yummy and I've never had any complaints about it. If you use older potatoes in this recipe they will break down better during cooking and thicken the sauce.

Provided by JuleCat

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Beef

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (3 pound) boneless chuck roast, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large potatoes, peeled and thickly sliced
2 onions, sliced
2 large carrots, sliced
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, quartered
2 (12 fluid ounce) cans beer
2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place meat in a plastic bag with the flour. Toss to coat evenly.
  • Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Remove beef cubes from the bag, and shake off excess flour. Brown beef cubes on all sides, and remove to paper towels to drain.
  • Place potatoes on the bottom of a 3 quart casserole dish or Dutch oven. Place the beef cubes over the potatoes, then cover with onions, carrots and mushrooms. Pour in the beer, beef broth, and soy sauce. Toss in the peppercorns.
  • Bake uncovered for 2 hours in the preheated oven, or until meat is very tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 73.6 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 488.7 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

KALOPS (SWEDISH BEEF STEW)



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Here is another childhood memory from growing up in a Swedish-American household. This should be served with boiled red potatoes, pickled beets, and lingonberries.

Provided by IngridH

Categories     Stew

Time 1h10m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon white pepper
2 tablespoons flour
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
3 medium yellow onions, sliced
10 -15 whole allspice
2 bay leaves
2 cups water

Steps:

  • Combine flour, salt and pepper in a bowl.
  • Toss beef cubes in the flour mixture to coat.
  • In a large dutch oven, cook the butter until just starting to brown.
  • Add the meat and onions, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned on all sides.
  • Add the bay leaves and allspice.
  • Boil the water in a separate pan, then pour over the meat.
  • Simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours, or until the meat is tender. Check the water level occasionally, and add more if needed.
  • When meat is tender, remove to a serving dish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.8, Fat 30.9, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 112, Sodium 910.6, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 2.3, Protein 28.7

SWEDISH SAILOR STEW (SJöMANSBIFFGRYTA)



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This is a very simple, typical Swedish family stew that delivers a taste that is oh so satisfying. Make it in an enameled cast iron casserole or other oven safe dish because this goes into a very hot oven for quite a while. All the liquid gets absorbed and the casserole becomes good and crusty - but delicious!

Provided by Alskann

Categories     Stew

Time 2h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 1/2 lbs boneless beef chuck, trimmed of any large pieces of fat and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
6 tablespoons butter
1 1/2 lbs onions, quartered (about 3)
1 1/2 lbs carrots, cut in 2 inch pieces (or you can just toss in some baby carrots)
2 1/2 lbs boiling potatoes, cubed
1 1/2 teaspoons thyme
1 1/2 teaspoons cardamom
sea salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste
3 cups beer (lager)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 450°F
  • Combine all the ingredients except the beer into a large ovenproof casserole.
  • Pour the beer over the stew; cover.
  • Bake until the meat is very tender, the potatoes are breaking apart, and the beer is absorbed, about 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 821.4, Fat 27.8, SaturatedFat 13.1, Cholesterol 221.3, Sodium 300.8, Carbohydrate 65, Fiber 8.3, Sugar 11.7, Protein 68.7

GREAT-GRANDMA ELLEN'S SKåNSK KALOPS (SWEDISH BEEF STEW) RECIPE - (3.5/5)



Great-grandma Ellen's Skånsk kalops (Swedish beef stew) Recipe - (3.5/5) image

Provided by á-39535

Number Of Ingredients 7

1.5 #'s of stew beef
2 carrots
1 onion
2-4 potatoes
water, flour, whole allspice, bay leaves and salt
You can substitute ground allspice for the whole berry
12 whole berries = about 1 t ground.

Steps:

  • Cut beef into stew size pieces. Chop onion and carrots. The carrots should be chopped pretty thick. Fry beef and onion in a pot with some butter/oil until beef has gotten lightly browned. Pour a thin layer of flour over the beef and onion, stir. Pour in water so that it just covers the beef . Season with about 1.5-2 teaspoons of salt, 10-15 whole allspice and 5-7 bay leaves then add the carrots. Let simmer under lid for at least 1,5 hours. I prefer to let it simmer about 2-3 hours. Taste stew a few times while it simmers to check if additional seasoning is needed, or extra water needs to be added. Peel and boil potatoes. Add boiled potatoes just before serving.

SWEDISH SAILOR'S BEEF STEW



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Provided by Clifford A. Wright

Categories     Soup/Stew     Beer     Beef     Onion     Potato     Stew     Dinner     Fall     Winter     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Diabetes-Friendly

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck, trimmed of any large pieces of fat and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter
2 1/2 pounds onions (about 5), quartered
2 1/2 pounds boiling potatoes, peeled and cubed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 cups beer (lager)

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Toss all the ingredients except the beer into a large ovenproof casserole.
  • 2. Pour the beer over the stew, cover, and cook until the meat is very tender, the potatoes are breaking apart, and the beer is absorbed, about 2 hours.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef: Use a chuck roast or another tough cut of beef that will become tender when braised. If you use a leaner cut of beef, it may become dry and tough.
  • Brown the beef before braising: Browning the beef adds flavor and helps to develop a rich, brown sauce.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This recipe calls for carrots, celery, and onions, but you can also add other vegetables such as potatoes, turnips, or parsnips.
  • Use a good quality beef broth: The beef broth is the base of the stew, so it's important to use a good quality broth. Look for a broth that is low in sodium and has a rich beef flavor.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 2 hours: The longer you simmer the stew, the more tender the beef will become. Aim to simmer the stew for at least 2 hours, or until the beef is fall-apart tender.
  • Serve with your favorite sides: This stew is delicious served with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice.

Conclusion:

Swedish Sailors' Beef Stew is a hearty and flavorful stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. The beef is tender and fall-apart, and the vegetables are cooked to perfection. The stew is also very easy to make, and it can be made in a slow cooker or on the stovetop. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, you will love this recipe. So next time you are looking for a delicious and comforting meal, give Swedish Sailors' Beef Stew a try. You won't be disappointed.

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