Terumi Morita
May 21, 2026·Recipes·1 min read · 255 words

Boeuf Bourguignon

Classic French Boeuf Bourguignon, a rich beef stew braised in red wine with vegetables.

Contents（4項）▾
  1. 01Ingredients & steps
  2. 02Why this works
  3. 03Autopilot guard summary
  4. 04Terumi Brain v1 review
A deep red-wine beef stew featuring pearl onions, carrots, and mushrooms in a rustic bowl.
RecipeFrench
Prep30m
Cook3h
Serves4 人分
LevelMedium

Ingredients

  • 1 kg beef chuck, cut into 5 cm cubes
  • 750 ml red wine (preferably Burgundy)
  • 2 cups beef stock
  • 200 g pearl onions, peeled
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • 200 g button mushrooms, quartered
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp tomato paste
  • 4 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1 bouquet garni (thyme, bay leaf, parsley)
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 160°C (320°F). This low and slow cooking method allows the flavors to meld beautifully.

  2. In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes in batches, ensuring they are nicely seared on all sides. This step develops a deep flavor through the Maillard reaction.

  3. Remove the beef and set it aside. In the same pot, add the pearl onions, carrots, and mushrooms. Sauté for about 5 minutes until they start to soften.

  4. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute. Then, add the tomato paste and flour, cooking for 2 more minutes to eliminate the raw flour taste.

  5. Return the beef to the pot, pour in the red wine and beef stock, and add the bouquet garni. Bring to a simmer.

  6. Cover the pot and transfer it to the preheated oven. Braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the beef is tender. Check occasionally and add water if the liquid level gets too low.

  7. Once done, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary. If the sauce seems too thin, simmer uncovered on the stovetop until it thickens.

Why this works

Boeuf Bourguignon is a classic example of braising, where tough cuts of beef are transformed into tender morsels through slow cooking in liquid. The initial browning of the meat creates a rich, savory base that enhances the stew's flavor profile. Using a good quality red wine not only adds depth but also contributes acidity, which helps to tenderize the meat during cooking. The addition of vegetables like pearl onions and carrots, along with the bouquet garni, infuses the dish with aromatic elements. If the sauce becomes too thin after cooking, simply remove the lid and simmer on the stovetop to reduce it to your desired consistency. This method ensures that your stew will be luxuriously thick and rich, embodying the essence of French cuisine. If, however, you find the sauce too thick, you can add a splash of beef stock or water to balance it out, maintaining the perfect consistency for serving. The result is a hearty, flavorful dish that reflects the essence of French culinary tradition.

Autopilot guard summary

  • truth: approved
  • quality: approved (score 100)
  • similarity: approved (score 0.076 vs osso-buco)
  • regulatory: approved
  • image: approved

Terumi Brain v1 review

  • grade: A · overall 86/100 · readiness publish_ready
  • scores: chef=100 science=80 repair=95 culture=90 safety=100 taste=66 mon=60 geo=95

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Brain-suggested book

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