Hearty Beef and Pierogi Stew Recipe
A hearty and comforting Beef and Pierogi Stew featuring tender simmered beef and soft pierogies cooked together in a flavorful broth with onions. This easy one-pot meal combines rich beef flavor with the satisfying texture of pierogies, perfect for a cozy dinner.
- Author: Dylan
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 55 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Stew
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Eastern European
Meat
- 1 lb beef chuck, cut into bite-sized cubes
Carbohydrates
- 12 frozen pierogies (potato and cheese or your choice)
Vegetables
Liquids
Seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil or butter (optional, for browning beef)
- Prepare the beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil or butter over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and brown them on all sides for about 5-7 minutes to develop flavor.
- Simmer the beef: Add the diced onion to the pot and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Pour in the beef broth, season with salt and pepper, and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- Add pierogies: Once the beef is tender, carefully add the frozen pierogies to the simmering stew. Cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes until the pierogies are heated through and tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Final seasoning and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot and enjoy this comforting stew.
Notes
- You can brown the beef before simmering to enhance the stew’s flavor, but it’s optional.
- Use any kind of pierogies you prefer, such as potato and cheese or mushroom-filled.
- For a thicker stew, you can mash some of the cooked pierogies into the broth.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Keywords: Beef stew, pierogi stew, hearty stew, comfort food, Eastern European recipe