Crock Pot Beef Stew With Dumplings

This Crock Pot Beef Stew With Dumplings is a rich and savory recipe, which includes tender braising steak and homemade yogurt-based dumplings. It’s the ultimate comfort food recipe, ready in about 9 hours and 20 minutes.

Crock Pot Beef Stew With Dumplings Ingredients

Beef Stew:

• 900 g (2 lbs) braising steak/ chuck steak, cubed
• 2 tbsp flour seasoned with pinch salt and pepper
• 480 ml (2 cups) hot beef stock (broth)
• 80 ml (⅓ cup) red wine or dark ale or more beef stock
• 3 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar or Worcestershire sauce
• 3 tbsp dark soy sauce
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 2 large onions, finely diced
• 2 leeks, white parts only, sliced
• 5 carrots, sliced
• 4 parsnips, sliced
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 sprig rosemary
• Fresh parsley, chopped, to garnish
• Salt and pepper, as needed

Light Dumplings (suet free):

• 125 g (1 cup) self-raising flour
• 125 g (½ cup) fat free yogurt
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley or chives
• 2 tbsp grated Parmesan
• 1 tsp garlic granules
• ½ tsp salt
• Water, as needed, to bind

How To Make Crock Pot Beef Stew With Dumplings

1. Coat the beef: Toss the cubed braising steak with seasoned flour to coat lightly.
2. Prep the base in slow cooker: Preheat the slow cooker on HIGH. Add hot beef stock, red wine (or extra broth), soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, garlic, tomato paste, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
3. Add vegetables: Add the onions, leeks, carrots, and parsnips. Stir to mix everything together.
4. Add beef and herbs: Stir in the floured beef, then add bay leaves and rosemary. Cover and cook on HIGH for 5 hours (or LOW for 8 hours).
5. Make the dumpling dough: Combine flour, herbs, Parmesan, garlic granules, and salt in a bowl. Stir in yogurt, knead briefly, and add water as needed to form a dough. Roll into 6–8 balls.
6. Add dumplings: After 5 hours, stir the stew and remove the bay leaves and rosemary. Place the dumplings on top, spaced apart. Cover and cook for 1 more hour.
7. Finish and serve: Taste and adjust seasoning. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Recipe Tips

• Can I use suet for traditional dumplings?
  Yes, you can swap the yogurt mixture with suet for a more traditional texture.
• Why are my dumplings dense?
  Avoid over-kneading the dough and make sure not to overpack when rolling into balls.
• Can I make this ahead of time?
  Yes, prepare the stew a day in advance and add dumplings when reheating.
• What if I don’t have wine or ale?
  Just use extra beef broth—it still adds great depth.

What To Serve With Beef Stew With Dumplings

This stew is filling on its own, but here are some tasty additions:

• Steamed green beans or peas
• A simple side salad
• Crusty bread for dipping
• Buttered mashed potatoes
• Roasted Brussels sprouts

How To Store Beef Stew With Dumplings

Refrigerate: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently on the stove or microwave.

Freeze: Freeze stew without dumplings for best texture. Thaw in fridge before reheating.

Beef Stew With Dumplings Nutrition Facts

• Calories: 667 kcal
• Carbohydrates: 69g
• Protein: 40g
• Fat: 25g
• Saturated Fat: 10g
• Cholesterol: 103mg
• Sodium: 2448mg
• Potassium: 1532mg
• Fiber: 9g
• Sugar: 14g
• Calcium: 156mg
• Iron: 6mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I cook the dumplings separately?
Yes, you can steam them or bake them separately, then add them just before serving.

How do I make gluten-free dumplings?
Use gluten-free self-raising flour and ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free.

Why did my dumplings fall apart?
Too much moisture or overmixing can cause this. Handle the dough lightly and add just enough water to bind.

Can I use different vegetables?
Absolutely—try swapping in sweet potatoes, turnips, or celery based on what you have.

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• Crock Pot Beef Stew With Cream Of Mushroom Soup
• Crock Pot Beef Skirt Steak
• Crock Pot Beef Sirloin Steak