Halal Recipe

Halal Beef Bourguignon

Serves: 2
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 2 to 2.5 hours

Ingredients:

  • 400g Halal diced boneless beef (chuck or brisket works well)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 small shallots, peeled and halved
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and sliced
  • 200g button mushrooms, quartered
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 500ml beef stock (Halal-certified)
  • 250ml red wine (for a Halal version, use non-alcoholic red wine or beef stock with a tablespoon of balsamic vinegar for acidity)
  • 1 bay leaf
  • A few sprigs of fresh thyme
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons flour (to thicken, optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions:

  1. Brown the Beef: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the diced beef in batches, browning on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  2. Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pot, add the remaining oil, shallots, and garlic. Sauté until softened. Add the carrots and mushrooms, cooking until slightly browned.
  3. Deglaze: Pour in the red wine (or substitute), scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  4. Simmer: Return the beef to the pot. Stir in the tomato paste, beef stock, bay leaf, and thyme. Season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer gently for about 2 hours, or until the beef is tender.
  5. Thicken (Optional): If desired, mix flour with a little water to form a paste, then stir into the stew to thicken.
  6. Final Touches: Adjust seasoning to taste. Remove the bay leaf and thyme sprigs.
  7. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley. Serve with mashed potatoes, rice, or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Nutritional Information (per serving, estimated):

  • Calories: Approximately 600-700 kcal
  • Protein: 40-50g
  • Fat: 30-40g (Saturated: 10-15g, Unsaturated: 20-25g)
  • Carbohydrates: 30-40g (Primarily from vegetables and flour for thickening)
  • Sodium: Moderate (Adjust according to taste and dietary needs)
  • Cholesterol: 100-120mg

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