Best 5 Sailors Beef Recipes

Sailors beef is a classic dish with a rich history, dating back to the days of the tall ships when sailors relied on hearty meals to sustain them during long voyages. It is a savory and flavorful stew, typically made with beef, vegetables, and a variety of spices. Many variations of sailors beef exist, as different cultures and regions have added their own unique ingredients and cooking techniques to the dish. Whether you prefer a hearty stew with a thick, rich gravy or a lighter, broth-based version, there is a recipe out there to suit every taste. So whether you're a seasoned sailor looking for a taste of home or a landlubber seeking a new culinary adventure, this article will guide you through the process of creating the perfect sailors beef.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SAILOR'S STEW

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This is a hearty beef stew using beer and beef broth as its base. It's very yummy and I've never had any complaints about it. If you use older potatoes in this recipe they will break down better during cooking and thicken the sauce.

Provided by JuleCat

Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef

Time 2h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 (3 pound) boneless chuck roast, cut into 1 inch cubes
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 large potatoes, peeled and thickly sliced
2 onions, sliced
2 large carrots, sliced
1 (8 ounce) package fresh mushrooms, quartered
2 (12 fluid ounce) cans beer
2 cups beef broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 teaspoon whole black peppercorns

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place meat in a plastic bag with the flour. Toss to coat evenly.
Heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Remove beef cubes from the bag, and shake off excess flour. Brown beef cubes on all sides, and remove to paper towels to drain.
Place potatoes on the bottom of a 3 quart casserole dish or Dutch oven. Place the beef cubes over the potatoes, then cover with onions, carrots and mushrooms. Pour in the beer, beef broth, and soy sauce. Toss in the peppercorns.
Bake uncovered for 2 hours in the preheated oven, or until meat is very tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425.2 calories, Carbohydrate 29 g, Cholesterol 73.6 mg, Fat 19.9 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 25.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 488.7 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

SAILORS BEEF STEW

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We have lots of sailors in our family and this is an easy recipe for a busy family to prepare. The seasonings can be changer(i.e.parsley or thyme) and so can the veggies. If you would like to use beef stock or wine in place of the beer that will work also.

Provided by wjorma

Categories Stew

Time 3h15m

Yield 6 , 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 lbs bottom round steaks
2 tablespoons flour
salt
pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon garlic, chopped
8 ounces mushrooms, quartered
4 potatoes, peeled & quartered
2 large carrots, peeled & chunked
1 large onion, sliced
12 ounces beer

Steps:

Place meat into a bag with the flour ,salt & pepper and shake to coat.
Put the olive oil into a med-high fry pan and when hot sear the meat on all sides.
Place the meat into a 2 - 3 quart baking dish (or a Dutch Oven) and place the garlic on top of the meat. Now place all the prepared vegetables all around the meat with the onions being on top. Pour on the beer.
Cover and place into a 350 oven for 3-4 hours.
Allow to stand 10 minutes then eat. Yield is 6 servings.

SAILOR'S BEEF

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This a great cold weather beef dish. One of my best friends from Sweden made this for me and I had to have the recipe.

Provided by Transylmania

Categories Stew

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 lbs beef round steak, thinly sliced
4 lbs potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/2 inch slices
4 tablespoons butter
3 onions, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
2 -3 cups beer
2 -3 cups beef stock
salt
pepper
bay leaf

Steps:

In a large skillet heat half of the butter. Brown the beef slices, seasoning with salt and pepper. When all beef slices are browned, set them aside.
In the same skillet heat another tablespoon of butter. Add the onions and saute on medium heat until transparent and slightly caramelized. Season with salt and pepper.
In a large stockpot place a layer of potato slices to cover the bottom of the pan.
Sprinkle on salt and pepper to taste.
Cover the potato slices with a layer of the browned beef. Season to taste.
Cover the beef layer with layer of sauteed onions. Add a bay leaf or two.
Repeat the layering process until all ingredients are used. Finish with a top layer of potatoes.
Dot the potatoes with the remaining butter and then pour in beer and stock. You want half and half beer and stock, and you only want the liquid to just touch the top layer of potatoes.
Bring the beef and potatoes to a boil and then reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer for 45 minutes to an hour.
When the potatoes are cooked and the beef is fork tender this is done. Serve with good bread, pickled cucumbers and beets. A nice soup is good to start this meal.

SWEDISH SAILOR'S BEEF STEW

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Provided by Clifford A. Wright

Categories Soup/Stew Beer Beef Onion Potato Stew Dinner Fall Winter Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Diabetes-Friendly

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 1/2 pounds boneless beef chuck, trimmed of any large pieces of fat and cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
6 tablespoons (3/4 stick) unsalted butter
2 1/2 pounds onions (about 5), quartered
2 1/2 pounds boiling potatoes, peeled and cubed
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
3 cups beer (lager)

Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 450°F. Toss all the ingredients except the beer into a large ovenproof casserole.
2. Pour the beer over the stew, cover, and cook until the meat is very tender, the potatoes are breaking apart, and the beer is absorbed, about 2 hours.

DRUNKEN SAILORS

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This easy appetizer is perfect for your pre-game football tailgating parties or other special occasions.

Provided by Travelbug

Categories Appetizers and Snacks Spicy

Time 6h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 (14 ounce) bottle ketchup
1 (12 ounce) bottle barbeque sauce
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup whiskey
1 (16 ounce) package kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
1 box toothpicks

Steps:

Pour the ketchup and barbecue sauce into a slow cooker. Stir in the brown sugar, whiskey, and sausage. Set on Low, and cook for 6 hours. Serve hot with toothpicks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 499.1 calories, Carbohydrate 57.1 g, Cholesterol 49.9 mg, Fat 21 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 2054 mg, Sugar 48.7 g

Tips:

Tenderize the beef: Use a meat mallet or fork to tenderize the beef before cooking. This will help break down the fibers and make the meat more tender.
Brown the beef: Before stewing the beef, brown it in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. This will help develop flavor and color.
Use a variety of vegetables: Sailors' beef is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Feel free to add in any vegetables you have on hand, such as carrots, celery, onions, potatoes, or turnips.
Add some herbs and spices: To give the stew even more flavor, add in some herbs and spices, such as thyme, rosemary, bay leaves, garlic, or pepper.
Simmer the stew: Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for at least 1 hour, or until the beef is tender. The longer you simmer the stew, the more flavorful it will be.
Serve with your favorite sides: Sailors' beef is a hearty and flavorful stew that can be served with a variety of sides, such as mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread.

Conclusion:

Sailors' beef is a classic dish that is easy to make and full of flavor. With its tender beef, hearty vegetables, and flavorful broth, this stew is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal, give sailors' beef a try!