Braised Beef in Tomato-Spice Sauce
Ingredients:
- 600 g beef chuck, cut into 2-cm cubes
- 1 large onion, roughly chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, smashed
- 400 g canned diced tomatoes
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp (Ifvenli) spice blend
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Optional: A pinch of smoky mix
Instructions:
- Sear the Beef: In a heavy pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add onion and garlic to the pot; sauté until softened.
- Simmer: Stir in the (Ifvenli) blend, then add diced tomatoes and beef broth. Bring to a gentle boil.
- Braise: Reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 1.5–2 hours until the beef is tender.
- Finish: If using, stir in a pinch of smoky mix. Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.