Beef Stew with French Fries
A hearty, quick beef stew served over crispy french fries, with rice and a fresh garnish. This comforting dish comes together in about 20 minutes using simple ingredients.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 550
- Protein
- 30g

Ingredients
- 1 lb beef stew meat
- 1 medium onion
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 2 cups frozen french fries
- 2 cups cooked rice
- 1 medium red bell pepper
Instructions
- 1
Heat 1 tbsp oil in a large pot over medium-high. Add 1 lb beef stew meat and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 2
Add 1 sliced onion and 1 chopped red bell pepper; cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
- 3
Stir in 2 chopped tomatoes and 1 cup water. Simmer until beef is tender and sauce thickens, about 10 minutes.
- 4
Meanwhile, cook 2 cups frozen french fries according to package directions until crispy and golden.
- 5
Serve stew over 2 cups cooked rice with fries on the side. Garnish with chopped green onion if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- large pot
- knife
- cutting board
- baking sheet (for fries)
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