Spicy Beef Eggplant Stew: A Flavorful Journey to Comfort Cooking
A delightful stew that blends spicy flavors with tender beef and eggplant for a comforting meal.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten-free
- 1 pound beef stew meat
- 2 medium eggplants, diced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons ginger, grated
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili paste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
- Add the onion, garlic, and ginger; sauté until softened.
- Add the beef stew meat; cook until browned on all sides.
- Stir in the diced eggplants, beef broth, diced tomatoes, soy sauce, chili paste, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours.
- Add fresh basil and cilantro before serving.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by adding more or less chili paste.
- Serve with rice or bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 20 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 30 grams
- Fiber: 8 grams
- Protein: 35 grams
- Cholesterol: 80 milligrams
Keywords: Spicy Beef Eggplant Stew, Comfort Cooking, Beef Stew