Belgian Beer-Braised Beef with Fries

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-03-31 · Updated 2026-03-31

A rich, savory beef dish slow-cooked in Belgian beer, paired with crispy golden fries for a classic Brussels comfort meal. This Belgian-inspired quick recipe, ready in about 150 minutes, pairs beef chuck roast, Belgian pale ale, onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1.5 kg beef chuck roast
• 500 ml Belgian pale ale
• 2 medium, diced onion
• 3 medium, sliced carrots
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 tbsp fresh, chopped thyme
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1.2 kg, cut into 1-inch cubes potatoes
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add 2 diced onions and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Stir in 4 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
2. Step 2: Add 1.5 kg beef chuck roast, 500 ml Belgian pale ale, 3 sliced carrots, 1 tbsp thyme, 1 tsp salt, and 1 tsp black pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2.5 hours until tender.
3. Step 3: While the beef cooks, heat 3 tbsp vegetable oil in a separate pan. Add 1.2 kg potatoes and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
4. Step 4: Serve the braised beef with a side of fries, garnished with extra thyme and a drizzle of beer-infused sauce made by blending 2 tbsp braising liquid with 1 tbsp butter.