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Swedish Kalops with Horseradish

Name: Swedish Kalops with Horseradish
Prep time: 70 min
Cook time: 210 min
Total time: 280 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes; 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 cups beef broth; 1 cup water; 1 large onion, sliced; 3 carrots, peeled and sliced; 3 potatoes, peeled and diced; 10 whole allspice berries; 2 bay leaves; Salt and pepper, to taste; 3 tablespoons fresh horseradish, grated; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; ½ cup sour cream; Salt, to taste; Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish; Pickled beets, optional

Enjoy a warm, hearty stew of slow-cooked beef and vegetables, complemented by the sharp and tangy flavor of freshly grated horseradish.

4.3(950 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·August 26, 2025

Swedish Kalops with Horseradish — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h 10 min

Cook

3 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

Beef Stew

Horseradish Sauce

Garnishes

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 442 kcal
Protein: 31 g
Carbs: 22 g
Fat: 27 g
Fiber: 2.5 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2650 kcal
Protein: 187 g
Carbs: 129 g
Fat: 161 g
Fiber: 15 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
2 lbs beef chuck cut into 1-inch cubes	1610	168	0	110	0
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour	58	2	12	0	0
2 tablespoons vegetable oil	240	0	0	28	0
3 cups beef broth	30	4	0	1	0
1 cup water	0	0	0	0	0
1 large onion sliced	44	1	10	0	2
3 carrots peeled and sliced	75	1	18	0	5
3 potatoes peeled and diced	337	8	77	0	6
10 whole allspice berries	11	0	3	0	1
2 bay leaves	0	0	0	0	0
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
3 tablespoons fresh horseradish grated	18	0	4	0	1
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar	3	0	0	0	0
½ cup sour cream	222	3	5	22	0
Salt to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Fresh parsley chopped for garnish	2	0	0	0	0
Pickled beets optional	0	0	0	0	0

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Beef

1
Coat Beef
Toss the beef cubes with flour to coat.
2
Heat Oil
Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
3
Brown Beef
Brown the beef in batches, setting aside each batch once browned.
Tip: Ensure the pot is not overcrowded when browning the beef to promote even cooking. Pro Tip: Add a splash of red wine for added depth of flavor.

Preparing the Vegetables

1
Sauté Onion
In the same pot, add onion slices and sauté until translucent.
2
Add Vegetables and Spices
Add the carrots, potatoes, allspice berries, and bay leaves.
3
Combine and Simmer
Return beef to the pot, add broth and water, and bring to a simmer.

How to Make Swedish Kalops with Horseradish

Total time: 4 h 40 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Simmer the Stew
Reduce heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for 2 hours until beef is tender.
2
Prepare the Sauce
Mix grated horseradish, vinegar, sour cream, and salt in a bowl.
3
Final Touches
Season the stew with salt and pepper before serving.