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    Home » Recipe Round-Ups

    What to Make with Stew Meat Besides Stew - 20+ of the Best Recipes!

    Published: Mar 10, 2023 · Modified: Jun 18, 2023 by Faith · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    If you're wondering what to make with stew meat besides stew, you're in the right place! As delicious as beef stew is, sometimes you just need to switch things up.

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    About once a month I stock my freezer with a variety of meats. Chicken thighs, chicken breasts, whole chicken, ground beef, chuck roast, and beef stew meat, to name a few staples. I find that if I already have a fridge and pantry full of foods, I am much more likely to want to cook dinner!

    So, let's talk stew meat! Or beef stew cubes, stew beef, beef cubes, or whatever you want to call it...

    As much as I love a good rich and hearty beef stew, I like to keep things interesting. I'm always looking for ideas on what to make with stew meat besides stew.

    Additionally, it's hard to want to eat a piping hot stew during the summer months, especially here in Florida. If you have other recipe ideas up your sleeve, you can enjoy this cut of meat year-round.

    I put together a list of the best beef stew meat recipes that are not stew. Here you'll find everything from fragrant beef curries, to braised beef meals, beef rice dishes, savory meat pies with beef, and a variety of beef goulash recipes.

    Beef cubes turn out great with low and slow cooking, as well as with high pressure cooking. Here you'll find a few slow cooker and Crockpot recipes, in addition to several Instant Pot stew meat recipes.

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    In This Article

    • What to Make with Stew Meat Besides Stew
    • Instant Pot Stew Meat Recipes That Aren't Stew
    • Slow Cooker Stew Meat Recipes Other Than Stew
    • Savory Meat Pies
    • Goulash Recipes
    • Frequently Asked Questions

    What to Make with Stew Meat Besides Stew

    Start going through the meat stash in your freezer! Bookmark these delicious meals when you're planning your weekly dinner menu. And many of these dishes are perfect for meal prep because they freeze well and leftovers are even better!

    Rogan Josh Recipe (Kashmiri Red Curry with Meat)
    This Rogan Josh recipe is a beautiful red-colored, complex-flavored curry dish with Persian origins that's a staple in Kashmiri cuisine.
    Check out this recipe
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    Lubia Polo (Persian Green Bean Rice)
    Lubia polo is a delicious Persian green bean rice dish made with tomatoes, green beans, and chunks of beef stew meat. It can easily be prepared vegetarian style.
    Check out this recipe
    Lubia Polo (Persian Green Bean Rice)
    Boeuf Bourguignon
    If you're looking for a comforting and delicious meal that's perfect for any occasion, you won't want to miss this Boeuf Bourguignon recipe! This classic French dish features tender beef stew meat cooked to perfection with savory mushrooms, red wine, and crispy bacon. The result is a rich and flavorful meal that's sure to impress your friends and family.
    Check out this recipe
    Boeuf Bourguignon
    Persian Okra Stew (Khoresh Bamieh)
    Persian Okra Stew (Khoresh Bamieh) is a classic Iranian dish of meat stewed with tomatoes, okra, and spices. It’s delicious enough to convert even the most adamant okra haters!
    Check out this recipe
    Persian Okra Stew (Khoresh Bamieh) with Small Bowl of Rice and Vintage Spoons
    Beef and Dumplings
    Beef with Dumplings is the ultimate comfort food. The beef is fork-tender and melts in your mouth, and the dumplings are as light as clouds!
    Check out this recipe
    Beef and Dumplings
    Carne Guisada (Smoky Chili Braised Beef)
    Bite-sized chunks of beef are rendered fork-tender after cooking low and slow in a richly seasoned sauce. This Smoky Chili Braised Beef, also known as Carne Guisada, is a flavorful, satisfying meal that will have everyone going back for seconds!
    Check out this recipe
    Carne Guisada (Smoky Chili Braised Beef)

    Instant Pot Stew Meat Recipes That Aren't Stew

    If you're looking for quick and easy weeknight recipes using beef stew meat, the Instant Pot is the way to go! The Instant Pot lets you cook things quickly that normally need to be cooked low and slow, including tougher cuts of meat. I use the Instant Pot for several of my favorite beef cubes recipes.

    Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff Recipe
    This Instant Pot Beef Stroganoff recipe has tender pieces of beef and egg noodles in a savory creamy sauce. It's a quick and hearty one-pot meal in the electric pressure cooker that is sure to become a favorite family dinner!
    Check out this recipe
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    Beef Masala Curry
    This Beef Masala Curry is so hearty, cozy, and flavorful! It has bold flavors and it’s great for dinner or meal prep - and leftovers are even better!
    Check out this recipe
    Instant Pot Stew Meat Beef and Broccoli
    Instant Pot Stew Meat Beef and Broccoli is an easy and quick dinner that won’t heat up your kitchen. It has amazing flavor and your whole family will love it.
    Check out this recipe
    Beef Rendang
    Indulge in this rich and flavorful beef rendang, a traditional Indonesian dish made with beef stew meat cooked in the Instant Pot with a fragrant blend of spices and coconut milk. You'll want savor every bite of this mouthwatering recipe!
    Check out this recipe
    Beef Tagine with Potatoes
    Do dinner right with this tasty beef tagine with potatoes made in the Instant Pot. This Moroccan-inspired dish is full of flavor, made with simple ingredients, and loaded with heart-healthy potatoes.
    Check out this recipe
    Beef Tagine with Potatoes
    Instant Pot Beef Paprikash
    This Instant Pot Beef Paprikash is a quick and easy recipe that's packed with flavor, is oh-so-filling, and is certain to be a hit with your entire family! Few things simplify recipes as much as the Instant Pot, and this tasty dish is no exception.
    Check out this recipe

    Slow Cooker Stew Meat Recipes Other Than Stew

    When you're looking for ideas for what to make with stew meat besides stew, the slow cooker is an excellent place to turn! Come home to a house that smells amazing, and a delicious hot meal waiting for you when you put your Crockpot to good use.

    Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms
    If you're looking for a hearty and delicious meal that practically cooks itself, you found it! Check out this amazing Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms recipe! Tender beef, savory mushrooms, and flavorful sauce pair with noodles in one mouth-watering dish that's sure to become a family favorite.
    Check out this recipe
    Slow Cooker Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms
    Chile Colorado
    Chile Colorado features chunks of tender beef cooked in a mildly spicy flavorful chile sauce. This recipe has step-by-step instructions for the stovetop, slow cooker, and Instant Pot!
    Check out this recipe
    Crock Pot Pepper Steak
    Crock Pot Pepper Steak is a family friendly, easy recipe with tender stew beef, peppers, onions, and seasonings cooked in a slow cooker.
    Check out this recipe
    Crock Pot Pepper Steak

    Savory Meat Pies

    There's just something about a savory pie with a flaky butter crust and a rich hearty filling that says comfort food to me. Stew meat makes these satisfying, and is the perfect choice if you want to try something new.

    Beef Pasty Recipe
    Inspired by Cornish Pasties, this savory herbed beef pasty recipe features meat and vegetables in a flaky, buttery crust. It's the perfect hand-held portable meal, and is surprisingly easy to make!
    Check out this recipe
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    Scottish Steak Pie
    Scottish steak pie is a classic all year long, but is the traditional dish for New Year's Day. It's super easy to make, especially when you use store-bought puff pastry!
    Check out this recipe
    Scottish Steak Pie
    Individual Steak and Ale Pie Recipe
    British steak and ale pie is pure comfort food with a flaky butter crust and a rich, savory vegetable beef stew inside. Soul-warming dishes like this are classic English pub fare, and for good reason. Hearty meals help take the chill off winter!
    Check out this recipe
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    Goulash Recipes

    There are so many different beef goulash recipes out there! Many European countries have their own version of this classic beef dish, and of course it's not to be confused with American Goulash. Try a new type of goulash today!

    Gulaschsuppe (German Goulash Soup) 
    Gulaschsuppe (German Goulash Soup) is a rich beef soup that's spiced with paprika and seasoned with thyme, caraway, marjoram, onion, and garlic.
    Check out this recipe
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    Instant Pot Hungarian Goulash
    Instant Pot Hungarian Goulash is an easy dish that's made entirely in the Instant Pot! This easy dinner has pieces of tender stew beef in a rich paprika tomato sauce.
    Check out this recipe
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    Instant Pot Czech Goulash
    This Instant Pot Czech Goulash is also known as Cesky Gulas or Hovězí Guláš (Beef Goulash). It’s often found in the pubs in Prague. This recipe is passed down from my mother in law and converted to the Instant Pot.
    Check out this recipe
    Instant Pot Czech Goulash

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is Stew Meat?

    A lot of people ask if this is just cut up steak! And I guess that really depends on what you consider "steak", lol.

    Stew meat is chunks of meat that typically come from tougher cuts of meat with lots of connective tissue. When you cook this meat low and slow with liquid (aka, the cooking method known as braising), the connective tissue breaks down into melt-in-your-mouth-tender meat.

    People commonly ask if they can just use chuck roast instead, and the answer is yes! If you prefer, get a chuck roast, trim off the visible fat, and cut the roast into chunks to use it as stew meat.

    What Cut of Meat is Used for Stew Meat?

    This is frequently "chuck" (which comes from the shoulder of a cow), and/or "round" (including both top and bottom round, which comes from the back leg of the cow).

    How Long Does it Take for Stew Meat to Get Tender?

    Because stew meat comes from a tougher cut, it's usually best cook it low and slow with liquid until tender. However, the exact amount of time this will take depends on the specific cut of meat and the size of the meat chunks. If you're braising on the stovetop, usually around 2 hours will result in tender meat.

    Of course, this takes longer in the slower cooker and is faster in the Instant Pot!

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