Hairy Bikers Beef Bourguignon Recipe
Hairy Bikers Beef Bourguignon Recipe is rich, warm and full of deep flavor. This Hairy Bikers Beef Bourguignon Recipe is perfect for slow cooking and cozy dinners.
Ingredients
- 800 grams beef chuck cut into chunks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 carrots sliced
- 200 grams mushrooms sliced
- 2 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups beef stock
- 1 cup red wine
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon thyme
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients
- Cut beef into chunks. Chop onion, garlic, carrots, and mushrooms. Keep everything ready before cooking.
Heat the Oil
- Place a large pot on medium heat. Add olive oil and let it warm gently.
Brown the Beef
- Add beef pieces in batches. Cook until browned on all sides. This adds deep flavor to the dish.
Cook the Vegetables
- Remove beef and add onion, garlic and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes until soft.
Add Mushrooms
- Add sliced mushrooms. Cook for a few minutes until they release moisture and soften.
Add Flour
- Sprinkle flour over vegetables. Stir well. This helps thicken the sauce later.
Add Tomato Paste
- Add tomato paste and mix. Cook for one minute to deepen the flavor.
Pour in Wine
- Add red wine slowly. Stir and scrape the bottom of the pot. This lifts all flavors.
Add Stock and Beef
- Return beef to the pot. Add beef stock and thyme. Stir well.
Simmer the Stew
- Reduce heat and cover the pot. Let it cook slowly for 1.5 to 2 hours. Stir occasionally.
Check the Texture
- The beef should be soft and tender. The sauce should be thick and rich.
Season and Serve
- Add salt and pepper. Garnish with parsley. Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- Use good quality beef for best results
- Cook slowly for tender meat
- Add bacon for extra flavor
- Use fresh herbs if available
- Add potatoes for a complete meal
- Adjust wine quantity to taste
- Let stew rest before serving