Utterly Delicious & Tender Red Wine Braised Beef for Comfort Nights

Experience the melt-in-your-mouth tenderness of Utterly Delicious & Tender Red Wine Braised Beef, perfect for cozy evenings.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 3

Total Time 3 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Beef

Cuisine: American

Calories: 400

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Beef

3.5-4 lbs Beef Chuck Roast Use for rich flavor and tenderness
1 tsp Kosher Salt About 1 tsp per pound
to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper Adjust for spiciness

For the Cooking Base

2 Tbsp Neutral Oil (e.g., Grapeseed) Helps in browning the meat
1 Sweet Onion Chopped into 1-inch pieces
2 Leeks Sliced into ½-inch pieces
4 cloves Garlic Finely chopped or grated
2 Carrots Peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces

For Flavor Depth

2 Tbsp Tomato Paste Adds richness to the sauce
2 cups Red Wine Full or medium-bodied variety
4 cups Beef Broth Opt for low-sodium or homemade
2 Tbsp Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or Worcestershire Sauce Enhances umami
2 tsp Dijon Mustard Adds a tangy layer
2 Bay Leaves Infuses herbal flavor
10-12 sprigs Fresh Thyme (or Rosemary) Fills dish with herbal aromas

For Garnishing

to taste Chives Thinly sliced for garnishing
to taste Flaky Sea Salt Finishing touch before serving

Equipment

Dutch oven
Wooden spoon

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Bring the beef chuck roast to room temperature for about 30 minutes.
Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C) and season the beef with kosher salt and black pepper.
In a Dutch oven, heat oil and sear the beef for about 4 minutes on each side until golden.
Sauté sweet onion and leeks for 3-4 minutes, add garlic, then cook for another minute.
Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up browned bits and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Add beef broth, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, bay leaves, thyme, and carrots to the pot.
Return the seared beef to the pot, ensuring it is mostly submerged in liquid.
Cover and braise in the oven for about 3 hours, until fork-tender.
Remove the beef, let it rest, then shred into bite-sized pieces.
Serve over mashed potatoes or polenta, garnished with chives and flaky sea salt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow beef to reach room temperature before cooking for even results. Always seal tightly while braising to maintain moisture.

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