Description
This Beef Bourguignon captures the essence of French cooking with tender beef and a rich red wine sauce. Ideal for family dinners or special occasions, it combines simple ingredients for a warm, comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb boneless beef shoulder or chuck
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 medium onions
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup red burgundy wine
- 6 medium carrots
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 bouquet garni
- 2.5–3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons demi-glace (optional but recommended)
- Fresh flat-leaf parsley
Instructions
- Pat the beef dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear the beef on all sides until golden brown.
- Add onions to the pot and cook until softened and golden.
- Sprinkle flour over onions and stir until thickened.
- Pour in red wine and scrape the pot's bottom.
- Return beef to the pot with carrots, garlic, and bouquet garni; add water and demi-glace if using.
- Simmer uncovered for 2-2.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Finish the stew, adjusting seasoning and garnishing with parsley.
Notes
Make sure to sear the beef properly for the best flavor.
This dish can be made ahead of time for even better taste.
Consider using a high-quality dry red wine you enjoy drinking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg