Finnish Karelian Stew Recipe
342kcal
Ingredients
- 3 carrots chopped
- 3 celery stalks chopped
- 1 parsnip chopped
- 3 potatoes peeled and chopped
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 cup sour cream
Equipment
- Large pot or Dutch oven
- Cutting board
- Chef's knife
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon or spatula
- Ladle
Method
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium-high heat.
- Add the beef and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and parsnip. Cook until the vegetables are soft, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the flour and paprika, stir well to coat the meat and vegetables.
- Add the water, beef broth, salt, black pepper, and bay leaf to the pot. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover. Simmer for about 2-6 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- Add the chopped potatoes to the pot and cook until tender, about 30-40 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaf and stir in the sour cream. Adjust the seasoning as necessary.
- Serve hot with crusty bread.
Nutrition
Calories342kcalCarbohydrates19gProtein27gFat17gSaturated Fat8gCholesterol96mgSodium730mgPotassium912mgFiber3gSugar4g