BEEF BOURGUIGNON RECIPE
Beef Bourguignon is a classic French stew made with tender beef chunks, red wine, mushrooms, and herbs. Rich and comforting, it's perfect for cosy dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 6 slices bacon chopped
- 3 pounds beef chuck cut into 2-inch cubes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 carrots peeled and sliced
- 1 large onion chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 3 cups dry red wine like Pinot Noir
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 pound mushrooms sliced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook Bacon:
- In a large Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add bacon and cook until crispy. Remove bacon and set aside.
Sear Beef:
- Season beef with salt and pepper. In batches, brown beef in the bacon fat and olive oil. Remove and set aside.
Sauté Vegetables:
- Add carrots and onion to the pot. Cook for 5–7 minutes. Stir in garlic and tomato paste, then sprinkle with flour and stir to coat.
Add Liquids & Simmer:
- Return beef and bacon to the pot. Pour in wine and beef broth. Add thyme and bay leaves. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low for 2½ hours, or until beef is tender.
Cook Mushrooms:
- In a skillet, heat butter and remaining olive oil. Sauté mushrooms until golden, then stir them into the stew during the last 15 minutes of cooking.
Serve:
- Remove bay leaves. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot with crusty bread or mashed potatoes.
Notes
Make Ahead:
This dish tastes even better the next day. Cool completely and refrigerate overnight. Reheat gently before serving. Customizing the Flavour:
Add pearl onions or swap red wine for a mix of wine and broth if you prefer a lighter flavour. Serving Suggestions:
Serve over mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or crusty French bread. Allergy-Friendly Options:
To make gluten-free, replace the flour with a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch slurry. Storage Tips:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze in portions for up to 2 months.
This dish tastes even better the next day. Cool completely and refrigerate overnight. Reheat gently before serving. Customizing the Flavour:
Add pearl onions or swap red wine for a mix of wine and broth if you prefer a lighter flavour. Serving Suggestions:
Serve over mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or crusty French bread. Allergy-Friendly Options:
To make gluten-free, replace the flour with a gluten-free flour blend or cornstarch slurry. Storage Tips:
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Freeze in portions for up to 2 months.