Rheinhessen Wine-Braised Beef (Rheinhessisches Wein-Braised Beef)
Rheinhessisches Wein-Braised Beef, also known as Rheinhessen Wine-Braised Beef, is a traditional dish from the Rhenish-Hessian cuisine. This hearty and flavorful beef dish is braised in Rheinhessen wine, creating a rich and savory flavor profile that is perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into large chunks
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 carrots, sliced
- 2 celery stalks, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 cups Rheinhessen wine
- 2 cups beef broth
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, toss the beef chunks with flour until evenly coated.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the beef chunks and brown on all sides. Remove the beef and set aside.
- Lower the heat to medium, add the chopped onion, carrots, celery, and garlic to the Dutch oven. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
- Return the beef to the Dutch oven and pour in the Rheinhessen wine and beef broth. Add the bay leaves and dried thyme. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bring the liquid to a simmer, then cover and let it braise for 2.5 to 3 hours, or until the beef is tender.
- Remove the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve the Rheinhessisches Wein-Braised Beef hot, with the braising liquid spooned over the meat.
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
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 10g
- Fat
- 20g
Supplies
Dutch oven Cutting board Knife Bowl Tongs
Tools
Stovetop Serving spoon
Serving suggestions
Serve the Rheinhessisches Wein-Braised Beef with a side of buttered noodles or creamy mashed potatoes.
Tips & tricks
For a deeper flavor, marinate the beef in the Rheinhessen wine for a few hours before cooking.
Cost
$25