Basilicatan Braised Beef With Red Wine And Herbs
Basilicatan Braised Beef with Red Wine and Herbs is a traditional dish from the Basilicatan (Lucanian) cuisine, known for its rich flavors and hearty ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into chunks
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup red wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 sprigs of rosemary
- 4 sprigs of thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper.
- Heat some olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
- Add the beef chunks and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Lower the heat, add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, and sauté until softened.
- Pour in the red wine and deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
- Return the beef to the pot and add the beef broth, tomato paste, rosemary, and thyme.
- Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook on low heat for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 3 hours
- Total time:
- 3 hours
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 12g
- Protein
- 30g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Large pot Cutting board Knife Tongs Measuring cups and spoons
Tools
Ladle Cooking spoon Cheesecloth (for straining)
Serving suggestions
Serve the Basilicatan Braised Beef with Red Wine and Herbs with a side of creamy polenta or mashed potatoes.
Tips & tricks
For a deeper flavor, marinate the beef chunks in red wine and herbs overnight before cooking.
Cost
$25