Best Easy Stufato alla Genovese Recipe

Neapolitan beef stew braised with an enormous quantity of onions until they melt into a rich sauce. This high protein mediterranean family dinner is a carnivore comfort food with extraordinary depth.

Cook 180 min Difficulty NORMAL 410 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • beef chuck 2 lbs
  • yellow onions 6 cups
  • carrot 1 cup
  • celery 1 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • olive oil 1 cup
  • salt 2 tsp
  • black pepper 1 tsp
  • dry white wine 1 cup
  • bay leaf 2 pieces
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 27 g 26%
Protein 30 g 29%
Fat 18 g 45%
Serving size 320g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Cut beef chuck into large chunks, pat dry, and season with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat olive oil in a heavy pot over medium-high heat. Brown beef on all sides in batches, maintaining the oil moderately hot but never smoking.

  3. 3

    Add onions, carrot, and celery to the pot, scraping up the browned bits. Stir well and lower heat to medium.

  4. 4

    Pour in dry white wine, add bay leaves, cover, and reduce heat to low. Simmer gently for 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

  5. 5

    Uncover, raise heat slightly, and cook another hour until onions have fully melted into a sauce and beef is fork-tender. Remove bay leaves and adjust seasoning before serving.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The defining ingredient is yellow onions, used in an enormous quantity. They slowly braise until completely melted, creating the rich, sweet base for the sauce. Combined with beef chuck, they provide both the identity and depth of flavor that set Stufato alla Genovese apart.
Q. How do I avoid overcooking the beef?
Maintain a gentle simmer with low heat after adding wine and vegetables. Excessive heat can dry out or toughen the beef. Stir occasionally and keep the pot covered for most of the cooking to retain moisture, ensuring the meat braises tenderly.
Q. What texture should I look for in the onions?
Onions in this stew should completely melt into the sauce—no distinct pieces should remain after 3 hours. This yields a silky texture and deeply integrated flavor. Don’t rush the process; melting takes time, so patience is key.
Q. How many calories and protein per serving does this recipe provide?
Each 320g serving delivers about 410 kcal and 30g of protein, with a protein-to-carb ratio of roughly 1.1:1. This makes it an excellent option for those seeking high-protein Mediterranean cuisine.
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