Simple Oven-Braised Beef with Tomato Simmer Sauce
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Category
Main Dish
Cuisine
American
Author
The Saucy African
Servings
6
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
2 hours 30 minutes
Simple Oven-Braised Beef is an easy comfort-food recipe featuring tender beef slow-cooked in The Saucy African Chicken Simmer Sauce. With minimal prep and rich tomato flavor, this hearty dish is perfect served over rice, potatoes, pasta, or with crusty bread.
Ingredients
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Chicken simmer tomato sauce
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1½–2 lbs boneless beef chuck, cut into large chunks
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2 teaspoons The Saucy African Pepper Heat Blend (per beef chunk) - optional
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1 jar The Saucy African Chicken Simmer Sauce
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1 cup beef broth or water
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1 bay leaf (optional)
Directions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
Pat the beef dry with paper towels and season evenly with The Saucy African Pepper Heat Blend.
Place the beef in a deep baking dish or Dutch oven.
Pour the entire jar of The Saucy African Chicken Simmer Sauce over the beef. Add the beef broth or water and the bay leaf if using.
Cover tightly with foil or a lid.
Bake for 2 to 2½ hours, or until the beef is fork tender and easily pulls apart.
Remove the bay leaf.
Serve the beef whole, sliced, or shredded with plenty of sauce spooned over the top.
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Recipe Note
Serving Ideas
This oven-braised beef is incredibly versatile and can be served over fluffy white rice, jollof rice, creamy mashed potatoes, roasted potatoes, or buttered noodles. It also pairs beautifully with polenta or a slice of crusty bread for soaking up the rich tomato sauce. For a lighter meal, serve alongside steamed vegetables or a simple green salad.
Saucy Tip
For even deeper flavor, sear the beef for 2–3 minutes per side before placing it in the baking dish. While completely optional, this extra step creates additional richness in the finished sauce.
Make It Your Own
Want more heat? Add an extra teaspoon of The Saucy African Pepper Heat Blend before baking.
Want extra vegetables? Add carrots, onions, mushrooms, or bell peppers during the last hour of cooking.
