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 quick recipe, ready in about 150 minutes, pairs beef chuck roast, Belgian pale ale, and onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner. 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 "Build a week of meals around this recipe" 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 onion, diced
• 3 medium carrots, sliced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1.2 kg potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 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.