World Flavors Cookbook

Skånsk Kalops (Swedish Beef Stew)

A slow-cooked beef stew seasoned with allspice and bay leaves, typical of southern Sweden.

Cuisine: Sweden

Ingredients

• beef chuck, cubed
• onions, sliced
• carrots, sliced
• allspice berries
• bay leaves
• beef stock

Instructions

1. Brown beef cubes in butter.
2. Add onions, carrots, spices, and stock.
3. Simmer on low heat for 2 hours until beef is fork-tender.
4. Thicken the sauce slightly if needed. Serve with boiled potatoes and pickled beets.