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Estofado de carne served
Rich Spanish beef ragout with potatoes

Spanish Beef Stew (Estofado)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses
Estofado is a dish of patience. It transforms tough cuts like shank or chuck into butter-tender bites. Slow cooking gelatinizes the collagen, naturally thickening the sauce.
🕒 Prep Time 30 mins
🍳 Cook Time 2 hrs 30 mins
⌛ Total Time 3 hrs
🍽️ Servings 6 servings
🔥 Calories 650 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Spanish

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Dutch oven

Instructions

1 ✓

Sear seasoned beef cubes in oil until brown. Remove.

Tip: Batches ensure searing.
2 ✓

Sauté onion and garlic. Add paprika.

Tip: Don't burn paprika.
3 ✓

Deglaze with wine. Scrape bottom.

Tip: Flavor is in the fond.
4 ✓

Add beef, tomatoes, bay leaf, stock. Simmer low 1.5-2 hours.

Tip: Low and slow.
5 ✓

Add carrots and potatoes. Cook 30-40 mins more.

Tip: Vegetables should hold shape.

Recipe FAQ

Why is the meat tough?
You haven't cooked it long enough. Keep going until collagen melts.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Beef Chuck Roast (cubed)
  • 1 lb Potatoes
  • 10 oz Carrots
  • 2 whole Onions
  • 3 cloves Garlic
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes (15 oz)
  • 1 cup Red Wine
  • 2 leaves Bay Leaf
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil
  • 2 cups Beef Stock
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1 tsp Pepper