Dutch Spiced Beef

Transport your taste buds to the heart of the Netherlands with this comforting and aromatic Dutch Spiced Beef recipe! Perfectly tender beef chuck roast is slow-cooked with caramelized onions, a rich beef stock, and a symphony of warm spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, and cloves, creating a flavorful, velvety sauce that blankets every bite. Infused with tangy red wine vinegar and a touch of brown sugar, this dish strikes the perfect balance of savory and sweet. A hint of searing at the start locks in the beef’s juices, while hours of gentle simmering deliver melt-in-your-mouth perfection. Serve this hearty classic alongside creamy mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or steamed vegetables for a soul-warming dinner everyone will love. Whether for a cozy family meal or a special occasion, Dutch Spiced Beef is a true culinary delight that's easy to prepare and completely unforgettable!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:200 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 kg beef chuck roast
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 3 large yellow onions
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 750 ml beef stock
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 2 bay leaves
• 4 cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Cut the beef chuck roast into bite-sized cubes, approximately 2.5 cm in size.

Step 2

Peel and thinly slice the onions into half-moon shapes.

Step 3

In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the beef cubes to the pot in batches, searing them until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside on a plate.

Step 5

Add the sliced onions to the pot and cook until caramelized, about 10-12 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 6

Sprinkle the flour over the onions and stir well until the flour is evenly distributed, cooking for an additional 2 minutes to remove the raw flour taste.

Step 7

Slowly pour in the beef stock while stirring to create a smooth sauce.

Step 8

Stir in the red wine vinegar and brown sugar until fully combined.

Step 9

Return the seared beef to the pot and add the bay leaves, cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.

Step 10

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot with a lid, leaving a small crack for steam to escape.

Step 11

Cook the beef on low heat for 2.5 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.

Step 12

Remove the bay leaves and whole cloves before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 13

Serve the Dutch Spiced Beef hot with mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or steamed vegetables for a wholesome meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2311.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3072.1

Total Fat 227.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 95.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 812mg	0%
Sodium 5837.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 71.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 28.2g
Protein 196.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 339.5mg	0%
Iron 30.5mg	0%
Potassium 3936.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.7%

Protein: 25.1%

Carbs: 9.2%