20-Min Skillet Beef & Carrots
Tender beef stew meat and baby carrots in a rich, savory onion gravy — no slow cooker needed. Brown the meat, add the carrots and seasoning, and dinner is ready in 20 minutes flat.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 38g
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Ingredients
- 1.5 lb beef stew meat
- 1 packet onion soup mix
- 1 lb baby carrots
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering, about 1 minute.
- 2
Brown the beef in batches without stirring, 2 minutes per side, until edges are caramelized.
- 3
Return all beef to the skillet, add carrots and soup mix, then stir in 1 cup water.
- 4
Simmer over medium heat for 10 minutes until carrots are tender and sauce thickens slightly.
- 5
Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed, then serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet (12-inch)
- wooden spoon or spatula
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