Best Gales Shortcut Beef Luau Stew Recipes

LUAU STEW

Steps:

• 1. Take off the stems of the luau leave and peel off the outer skins of stems and then break the stems into pieces
• 2. Place the luau leaves and broken up stems in the kitchen sink that is filled with water. Let it sit in the water while you go to the next step.
• 3. In a big pot put a little cooking oil in the there and then add the stew meat and brown it.
• 4. Next after browning up the meat add water to fill 1/2 the pot. I skim off the scum that is on the top of the water.
• 5. Add the seasoning.. I believe I added 1 tsp sea salt, the 1 TBSP minced garlic, and the chicken boullion granules.. stir it up and let it cook with the meat while we go to the next step.
• 6. Back to the sink I clean the leaves and stems with the first wash and then let all that water run out and replace water again and give the leaves and stems another wash.
• 7. Then I get my cutting board and a sharp knife and take about 3-4 of the leaves and roll them up and cut into strips.
• 8. Place the cut up luau leaves in the pot along with the stems and let it cook for about one hour or till meat is tender. I also taste test to check the seasonings. if more salt is needed etc. When done laddle into bowls and enjoy!!

GALE'S SHORTCUT BEEF LUAU STEW

Steps:

• 1. Place stew meat in a Dutch oven or large pot and fill with enough water to cover. Boil till meat is tender but not falling apart, approximately two hours.
• 2. Once meat is fork tender, remove but do not discard water, leaving about a cup or two remaining in the pot.
• 3. Lower heat to medium low. Remove the outer ti leaves from the laulau and place in the pot with the beef and remaining cooking water. With a wooden spoon, gently break apart the laulau and mix together with the beef. Be careful not to scorch. You may add salt if desired. Check consistency and add a little of the reserved liquid from the stew meat if need to. You don't want it too watery or soupy. Serve over hot rice or with poi.

SHORTCUT BEEF STEW

Steps:

• In Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add beef and cook until browned, stirring often. Set beef aside.
• Add remaining ingredients. Heat to a boil. Return beef to pan. Reduce heat to low. Cover and cook 10 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring occasionally.

OLD-FASHIONED BEEF STEW

Steps:

• Combine the flour and pepper in a bowl, add the beef and toss to coat well. Heat 3 teaspoons of the oil in a large pot. Add the beef a few pieces at a time; do not overcrowd. Cook, turning the pieces until beef is browned on all sides, about 5 minutes per batch; add more oil as needed between batches.
• Remove the beef from the pot and add the vinegar and wine. Cook over medium-high heat, scraping the pan with a wooden spoon to loosen any browned bits. Add the beef, beef broth and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a slow simmer.
• Cover and cook, skimming broth from time to time, until the beef is tender, about 1 1/2 hours. Add the onions and carrots and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes. Add the potatoes and simmer until vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more. Add broth or water if the stew is dry. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Ladle among 4 bowls and serve.