Some may feel that combining Beef and Quince Stew is an unusual pairing however, you will be converted after just one mouthful.
Traditionally this dish hails from Persia and is loved by the Mizrahi Jewish community, mostly on Shabbat. Tender, juicy beef, sweet and juicy quince, giving you a comforting food that is most pleasing to the tummies!
To make Beef and Quince Stew, you will need the following ingredients:
Place quince in a bowl of cold water with a few squeezes of lemon juice.
In a medium pan over medium heat, heat oil and add sliced onions, red onions and garlic. Sautée for 5-7 minutes until softened.
Add beef, dried bay leaves, tomato sauce, salt, sugar, wheat flour and stir for a few minutes until all well combined.
Add lemon juice and water and stir to mix.
Bring to a boil and cook for 20 minutes until beef is soft and tender. You may add more water as needed until meat is as tender as you like.
Add quince and stir through. Cook for a further 10 minutes until sauce is thickened, meat is tender and browned on all sides.
Serve hot with a bowl of white rice.
This Beef and Quince Stew is a real family favorite, hearty winter dinner to serve your friends and guests. Serve with a fluffy portion of Persian white rice to complete the dish. Let us know your thoughts on this recipe and tag #cookmerecipes in your posts.
I was hesitant about the beef and quince combo, but this stew is simply superb! My friend made it for a small dinner, and we absolutely loved it. I couldn’t stop savoring the flavors.
¡Increíble! Este guiso de ternera y membrillo se volvió el favorito de mis chicos. Lo hice en una cena familiar y todos diceron que era 'delicioso'. Nunca pensé que esta combinación sería tan buena. La carne quedó tan tierna, ¡no podía dejar de comer! Simplemente, ¡yumm!
This stew is bomb! I made it for my friends, and they were hooked on the flavors.
I never thought beef and quince would mix but wow, it was surprisingly tasty. Made this for a family dinner, and everyone went back for seconds. Now it’s a go-to dish for Shabbat.
I tried this Beef and Quince Stew for our family dinner last weekend. It was a hit! The flavors blend perfectly. My husband even said it was his new favorite meal. So simple yet so satisfying!
Loved this stew! So easy to make, and totally delish. My mates were all over it at dinner last night.
This stew slaps! Quince adds mad flavor. Love it!
This Beef and Quince Stew blew my mind! I tried it for a cozy dinner and it felt like home. The flavors are amazing!
Amazing! Tried this stew for a family dinner, and everyone went nuts! The beef was super tender and the quince added a unique twist. It felt like a warm embrace on a cold night. Can't wait to make it again!
Superb! Tried this over the weekend and it was a hit at my dinner party. The combination is simply delicious!
I tried this Beef and Quince Stew last Sunday as a new comfort dish for myself. The flavors blended wonderfully, and I was suprised by how tasty the quince made it! I paired it with rice and felt like I was savoring a warm hug. Perfect for a chilly evening!
Superb comfort food!
Superb! My husband and I were skeptical at first but this dish warmed our hearts and brought back memories of family dinners. So comforting.
Simply delicious dish!
Yum! Made this for my hubby's b-day, and he couldn't stop raving! The flavors are like a party in your mouth. Quince with beef is a game changer! Totally recommend it for a cozy night in!
