Belgian Waterzooi (Creamy Stew) | DelishGlobe

Belgian Waterzooi (Creamy Stew) | DelishGlobe

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Belgium may be known for its waffles, beer, and chocolate, but when it comes to comfort food, nothing quite compares to Waterzooi. This rich and velvety stew ha

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Ingredients

  • 4 skinless (boneless chicken thighs (or 500g firm white fish such as cod))
  • 4 cups 1L chicken or fish stock
  • 1 cup 240ml heavy cream
  • 2 egg yolks
  • 3 medium carrots (peeled and julienned)
  • 2 leeks (white and light green parts, sliced)
  • 2 celery stalks (finely sliced)
  • 1 small onion (finely chopped)
  • 2 medium potatoes (peeled and diced)
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon white pepper
  • 2 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • ½ cup 120ml dry white wine
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (optional)
  • ½ cup 10g fresh parsley, chopped
  • Crusty bread (for serving)

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