Lazy Weekends · Swedish
Kalops
This Swedish stew is slow simmered until the beef yields, seasoned with allspice and bay leaves for a classic aromatic base.
Why This Works
The use of allspice provides a unique, warming flavor profile characteristic of Swedish stew.
The Upgrade
Add a splash of dark beer during the initial simmer for more maltiness.
Chef's Secret
Michelin TechniqueDon't rush the browning step; the caramelized meat is where the majority of the stew's depth comes from.
Ingredients
Total time including resting: 45 min
Directions
Dust beef cubes with flour. Brown in a heavy pot with butter until a crust forms.
8 minAdd onions and carrots, sautéing until softened.
5 minAdd beef stock, allspice, and bay leaves. Bring to a gentle boil.
5 minReduce heat and simmer covered until the beef is meltingly tender.
25 minIf the sauce is too thin, remove the lid and increase heat to reduce it.
2 minCheck seasoning, adding salt to taste.
Serve hot in deep bowls, preferably with boiled potatoes and pickled beets.
Wine Pairing
Syrah
Red Wine
The BottleE. Guigal Crozes-Hermitage
The spicy, peppery profile of this Syrah aligns with the allspice in the beef stew. Its structured tannins stand up to the slow-simmered beef while complementing the deep savory base.
Nutrition per Serving
490
calories
35g
protein
18g
carbs
24g
fat
Make It a Complete Meal
Sides the kitchen recommends alongside this dish.
Side Dish
Quick Pickled Cucumber Salad
Thinly slice cucumbers and toss in a sugar-vinegar brine to provide a crisp, acidic contrast to the heavy stew.
Ingredients
Directions
Slice cucumber into paper-thin rounds using a mandoline.
Whisk vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl until fully dissolved.
Toss cucumber slices in the brine.
Let macerate for 10 minutes at room temperature.
Drain excess liquid and fold in fresh dill before serving.
Side Dish
Crusty Rye Bread
Serve thick slices of dark rye bread to mop up the aromatic allspice-infused gravy.
Ingredients
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F.
Slice the rye bread into 0.75-inch thick slices.
Lightly butter one side of each slice.
Arrange on a baking sheet, buttered-side up.
Toast for 8 to 10 minutes until edges are crisp.
Sprinkle with flaky sea salt while warm.
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