If you love rich, slow-cooked, and flavorful beef dishes, then Beef Bourguignon is the ultimate recipe for you! This classic French dish features tender beef braised in red wine, infused with garlic, onions, mushrooms, and herbs for a truly luxurious and comforting meal.
Perfect for special occasions or cozy dinners, this dish is slow-cooked to perfection and pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, crusty bread, or buttered noodles.
Ingredients (Serves 6-8)
For the Beef:
- 1.5kg beef chuck or brisket, cut into 5cm (2-inch) chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 200g bacon, diced
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 750ml red wine (Burgundy or Pinot Noir)
- 500ml beef broth
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce (optional)
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
For the Vegetables:
- 300g baby carrots or sliced carrots
- 250g mushrooms, sliced
- 12 pearl onions (or 1 small onion, chopped)
- 2 tablespoons butter
For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Step 1: Brown the Beef
1️⃣ Pat the beef dry with paper towels and season with salt and black pepper.
2️⃣ Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
3️⃣ Sear the beef in batches, browning each side for 2-3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Step 2: Cook the Bacon & Aromatics
4️⃣ Add bacon to the same pot and cook until crispy. Remove and set aside.
5️⃣ In the bacon fat, sauté onions and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
Step 3: Build the Sauce
6️⃣ Stir in tomato paste and flour, cooking for 1 minute to thicken.
7️⃣ Pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
8️⃣ Add the beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, and thyme. Stir well.
Step 4: Slow Cook the Beef
9️⃣ Return the seared beef and bacon to the pot, along with the carrots.
???? Cover and simmer on low heat for 2.5 to 3 hours until the beef is tender. (Alternatively, bake in a preheated oven at 160°C (325°F) for the same time.)
Step 5: Sauté the Mushrooms & Pearl Onions
1️⃣1️⃣ In a separate pan, melt butter and sauté mushrooms and pearl onions until golden brown.
1️⃣2️⃣ Stir them into the stew 30 minutes before serving.
Step 6: Serve & Enjoy!
1️⃣3️⃣ Remove the bay leaves, taste, and adjust seasoning if needed.
1️⃣4️⃣ Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm with mashed potatoes, buttered noodles, or crusty bread.
???? Pair with a glass of red wine for the ultimate French dining experience!
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, Approximate)
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Protein: 40g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fat: 30g
(Values vary based on ingredients used.)
Tips & Tricks for the Best Beef Bourguignon
✅ Use the right wine – A dry Burgundy or Pinot Noir gives the best depth of flavor.
✅ Sear the beef well – Browning locks in the flavor and creates a rich base for the stew.
✅ Cook low & slow – This allows the flavors to develop and the beef to become ultra-tender.
✅ Make it ahead – This dish tastes even better the next day! Refrigerate overnight and reheat gently.
✅ Try different sides – Serve with mashed potatoes, polenta, or toasted baguette slices.
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