RCI-SP.003.0064.001
Boeuf Bourguignon
France | Meat | Stews (French for Burgundy beef) is a well known, traditional French stew prepared
Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultyintermediate
Ingredients
- onions3 large
- beef1 kgblade steak, or stewing shoulder cut
- of chopped carrot300 g
- of button mushrooms300 g
- bouquet of herbs: basil1 unitrosemary and thyme tied with string
- of red wine2-4 cups
- of garlic1-2 cloves
- salt and pepper1 unit
- olive oil1 unit
- flour1 unit
Method
1
Cut beef into large, five-centimeter chunks. Season with salt, pepper and olive oil.
2
Cook beef a small amount at a time in a dutch oven or large saucepan until it's golden brown on the outside. Remove each portion as it's done and set aside.
3
Add three large onions and garlic to the same pot and cook till golden brown.
4
Sprinkle with two tablespoons of flour. Cook a few minutes longer.
5
Add one to two cups of red wine.
6
Bring wine to a boil then simmer for five minutes.
7
Add beef, carrots, herbs and mushrooms.
8
Add another couple of cups of red wine and water; enough to cover the meat and vegetables.
9
Cook for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally. Remove surface scum as required.