Description
Vegetarian Mushroom Bourguignon is a heartwarming dish that offers a cozy escape into French cuisine. This plant-based alternative to the classic beef bourguignon features tender cremini mushrooms simmered in a rich red wine sauce, infused with aromatic herbs and vegetables. Each spoonful delivers a delightful blend of flavors and textures, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a comforting meal at home. Ideal for any occasion, this recipe proves that vegetarian cooking can be both simple and spectacular.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.
- Stir in sliced mushrooms; cook until they reduce in size and release moisture (about 5-7 minutes).
- Add sliced carrots and thyme; cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until slightly softened.
- Sprinkle flour over the mixture; stir well to combine and cook for about 1 minute.
- Pour in red wine, scraping up any bits from the bottom of the pot; let simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Add vegetable broth, bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg