Spiced Java-Inspired Braised Beef with Root Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-26 · Updated 2026-04-26

Tender beef slowly braised with aromatic spices and hearty root vegetables, creating a rich, comforting stew with subtle notes of cinnamon and clove. This French-inspired Super Bowl recipe, ready in about 170 minutes, pairs beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes, olive oil, yellow onion, diced 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

• 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 2-inch cubes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 medium parsnips, peeled and sliced
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp ground cloves
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs beef chuck roast cubes and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove beef and set aside.
2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 large diced yellow onion, 3 minced garlic cloves, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Stir in 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/2 tsp ground cloves, and 1 tsp ground coriander, cooking for 1 minute until spices bloom.
4. Step 4: Return the browned beef to the pot and add 3 sliced carrots, 2 sliced parsnips, 3 cups beef broth, 1 bay leaf, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
5. Step 5: Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Braise gently for 2 to 2.5 hours until beef is tender and vegetables are soft, stirring occasionally.
6. Step 6: Remove bay leaf before serving. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.