Spiced Red Wine-Braised Beef with Root Vegetables

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Slow-braised beef chunks simmered in a spiced red wine sauce with carrots and parsnips until melt-in-your-mouth tender. This mediterranean-inspired beef ready in about 170 minutes pairs beef chuck, cut into 1.5-inch cubes, red wine, large, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 480 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.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 150 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 480 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Season 2 lbs beef chuck cubes with 1.5 tsp salt and 1 tsp black pepper, then brown in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply caramelized. Remove beef and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same pot, add 1 large diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 2 tbsp tomato paste, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/4 tsp ground allspice, cooking for 2 more minutes until fragrant.
  3. Step 3: Pour in 2 cups red wine and 1 cup beef broth, scraping the pot bottom to loosen browned bits. Return beef to the pot along with 3 sliced carrots, 2 sliced parsnips, and 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary.
  4. Step 4: Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook gently for 2.5 hours until beef is fork-tender and sauce is thickened.
  5. Step 5: Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spiced Red Wine-Braised Beef with Root Vegetables take to make?

Total time is about 170 minutes (20 min prep + 150 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Spiced Red Wine-Braised Beef with Root Vegetables?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep red wine from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spiced Red Wine-Braised Beef with Root Vegetables?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Spiced Red Wine-Braised Beef with Root Vegetables for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Spiced Red Wine-Braised Beef with Root Vegetables?

Mediterranean beef like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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