Description
Try this Beef Bourguignon inspired by Anthony Bourdain, featuring tender beef braised in red wine with aromatic herbs. A heartwarming dish perfect for any occasion, it combines simplicity with rich flavors for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb boneless beef shoulder or chuck
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 4 medium onions
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup red burgundy wine (Pinot Noir preferred)
- 6 medium carrots
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 bouquet garni
- 2.5–3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons demi-glace (optional)
- Fresh flat-leaf parsley
Instructions
- Pat and season the beef with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven and sear the beef until browned.
- Sauté onions until softened and golden.
- Sprinkle flour over onions and cook for a few minutes.
- Add red wine and scrape browned bits from the bottom.
- Incorporate carrots, garlic, and bouquet garni; add water.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat and cook for 2 to 2.5 hours until beef is tender.
- Remove bouquet garni, taste, and adjust seasoning.
- Garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
Use high-quality wine for the best flavor.
Can be adapted for gluten-free and vegetarian diets.
Pair with mashed potatoes or crusty bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg