Huguenot-Style Beef Bourguignon with Cape Vintage Wine

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

A French-inspired stew slow-simmered to tender perfection with South African Pinotage wine and locally foraged mushrooms. This south african-inspired one pot ready in about 175 minutes pairs Beef chuck, Olive oil, Yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 150 min Serves 4 South African cuisine 620 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 lbs (680g) Beef chuck
2 tbsp Olive oil
1 medium (150g) Yellow onion
2 medium (100g) Carrot
3 cloves Garlic
2 tbsp All-purpose flour
750ml Dry red wine
1 cup (240ml) Beef broth
8 oz (225g) Mushroom
3 sprigs Fresh thyme
2 Bay leaves
1 tbsp Tomato paste
1 cup (150g) Pearl onions
1 tsp Salt
1/2 tsp Black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat 1.5 lbs (680g) beef chuck cubes dry with paper towels and season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Add beef in a single layer and sear for 3-4 minutes per side until browned, then remove and set aside.
Step 2: Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the pot. Add 1 medium diced yellow onion (150g) and 2 diced carrots (100g), and cook for 5 minutes until softened. Add 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 3: Sprinkle 2 tbsp all-purpose flour over vegetables and stir for 1 minute. Add 1 tbsp tomato paste and stir for 30 seconds until glossy.
Step 4: Return seared beef to pot. Pour in 750ml dry red wine and 1 cup (240ml) beef broth. Add 3 fresh thyme sprigs and 2 bay leaves. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour and 30 minutes.
Step 5: Add 8 oz (225g) sliced mushrooms and 1 cup (150g) peeled pearl onions. Cover and continue simmering for 45 minutes until beef is fork-tender.
Step 6: Discard thyme and bay leaves. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Huguenot-Style Beef Bourguignon with Cape Vintage Wine take to make?

Total time is about 175 minutes (25 min prep + 150 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Huguenot-Style Beef Bourguignon with Cape Vintage Wine?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beef chuck from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Huguenot-Style Beef Bourguignon with Cape Vintage Wine?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Huguenot-Style Beef Bourguignon with Cape Vintage Wine for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Huguenot-Style Beef Bourguignon with Cape Vintage Wine?

South African one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.