Serves 4
Grounded and restorative, this slow-cooked stew is designed to support recovery after periods of physical or mental stress. Gentle heat, simple spices, and a long cook allow the flavours to develop while keeping the dish easy to digest and satisfying.
Ingredients
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480g beef shin or stewing steak, cut into cubes
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4 teaspoons olive oil
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2 fennel bulbs, sliced
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2 leeks, sliced
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4 cloves garlic, chopped
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2 teaspoons cumin
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800ml bone broth or good-quality stock
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4 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
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Sea salt and black pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley, to finish
Method
Preheat the oven to 150°C.
Heat the olive oil in an ovenproof casserole dish over a medium heat. Brown the beef on all sides, then add the garlic, fennel, leeks, and cumin. Cook for two to three minutes until softened and aromatic.
Pour in the broth and apple cider vinegar, season lightly, and bring to a gentle simmer.
Cover with a lid and transfer to the oven. Cook for 1½–2 hours, until the beef is tender and the flavours have fully developed.
Finish with fresh parsley and adjust seasoning before serving.
Why It Works
Slow-cooked beef provides collagen, iron, and glycine; nutrients that support recovery, tissue repair, and nervous system balance. The long, gentle cooking process helps make these nutrients easier to absorb, while replenishing essential minerals after periods of stress.
