Anthony Bourdain’s Beef Bourguignon Recipe
Anthony Bourdain’s Beef Bourguignon is a timeless French dish combining tender beef, red wine, and hearty vegetables. This comforting recipe delivers robust flavors and is ideal for special occasions or a cozy dinner at home.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Total Time: 3 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: French
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 lbs beef chuck, cut into cubes
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 3 cups red wine (preferably Burgundy)
- 2 cups beef stock
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 bouquet garni (parsley, thyme, and bay leaf)
- 1 lb pearl onions, peeled
- 1 lb mushrooms, quartered
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Season beef cubes with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven, then sear beef until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Add onion and carrots to the pot and sauté until softened. Sprinkle with flour, stirring to coat vegetables evenly.
- Deglaze with red wine, scraping up browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a simmer.
- Add beef stock, tomato paste, garlic, and bouquet garni. Return beef to the pot and simmer on low for 2-3 hours.
- In a separate pan, sauté pearl onions and mushrooms in butter until golden. Add to the stew during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Remove bouquet garni before serving. Serve warm with crusty bread or over mashed potatoes.
Notes
- For best results, use a quality Burgundy wine for cooking.
- Allow the dish to sit overnight for deeper flavors when reheated.
- Pair with crusty bread or buttery mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 850mg