Description
Copycat Anthony Bourdain’s Beef Bourguignon is a delightful homage to the classic French dish, bringing rich flavors and warmth to your dining table. This hearty stew features tender beef braised in red wine, infused with aromatic herbs and vegetables that create a sumptuous sauce. Perfect for family gatherings or special occasions, this dish will impress any guest and satisfy even the most discerning palate. With straightforward preparation and slow-cooked perfection, you’ll find this recipe both rewarding and comforting.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb boneless beef shoulder or chuck (cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces)
- Kosher salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup olive oil (divided)
- 4 medium onions (halved and thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup red Burgundy wine (such as Pinot Noir)
- 6 medium carrots (peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 bouquet garni (tied bundle of herbs: thyme, bay leaf, parsley)
- Water
- Demi-glace (optional)
Instructions
- Pat the beef dry with paper towels; season generously with salt and pepper.
- In a Dutch oven over high heat, heat half the oil until shimmering. Sear the beef in batches until browned on all sides; transfer to a plate.
- Lower heat to medium-high; add remaining oil and onions. Cook until softened and golden, about 10 minutes. Stir in flour and cook for another 4–5 minutes.
- Pour in wine, deglazing the pan by scraping up browned bits. Return the beef to the pot along with carrots, garlic, bouquet garni, and water (plus demi-glace if using).
- Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer uncovered for 2–2.5 hours until meat is fork-tender.
- Stir occasionally; adjust liquid levels if needed by adding water gradually.
- Discard bouquet garni before serving; taste for seasoning adjustments.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 445
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 105mg