1. A dish consisting of meat or vegetables cooked slowly in a flavorful liquid sauce, typically served as a main course
The beef sauce stew was tender and delicious after simmering for three hours.
O ensopado de carne com molho estava macio e delicioso depois de cozinhar por três horas.
2. A type of braised dish where the sauce is an integral part of the cooking process
She prepared a chicken sauce stew with mushrooms and white wine.
Ela preparou um ensopado de frango com molho, cogumelos e vinho branco.