Braised Beef with Red Peppers and Caramelized Onions

Ingredients:

2 lbs beef chuck or short ribs, cut into chunks

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 large onion, thinly sliced

2 red bell peppers, sliced

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 tablespoons tomato paste

1 cup beef broth

1/2 cup red wine (optional)

1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

1 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/2 teaspoon dried oregano

Salt and black pepper, to taste

Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

Sear the Beef:

Heat olive oil in a large pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Season the beef with salt and black pepper, then sear on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.

Caramelize the Onions & Peppers:

In the same pan, add sliced onions and cook for 5 minutes until softened.

Add red bell peppers and cook for another 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and tomato paste, cooking for 1 minute.

Deglaze & Simmer:

Pour in red wine (if using) and scrape up any browned bits from the pan. Let it reduce for 2 minutes.

Add beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, and oregano. Return the beef to the pan.

Braise the Beef:

Cover and simmer on low heat for 2.5-3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the sauce has thickened.

Serve & Garnish:

Plate the braised beef with peppers and onions, spooning extra gravy over the top.

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.

Perfect with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread. Enjoy! 🍽️