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.

Basilicatan Braised Beef With Red Wine And Herbs

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

  1. Season the beef chunks with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat some olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the beef chunks and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  4. Lower the heat, add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, and sauté until softened.
  5. Pour in the red wine and deglaze the pot, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom.
  6. Return the beef to the pot and add the beef broth, tomato paste, rosemary, and thyme.
  7. Bring to a simmer, then cover and cook on low heat for 2-3 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  8. 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