Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon with Carrot-Ginger Glaze

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A deeply evolved French stew that transforms tough beef into melt-in-your-mouth perfection, finished with a sweet-tart carrot-ginger glaze for authentic Burgundian depth. This french-inspired slow cooker ready in about 225 minutes pairs beef chuck roast, red wine, carrots for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 405 calories and feeds 6, 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.

★ 4.0 (8 ratings) Prep: 30 min Cook: 195 min Serves 6 French cuisine 405 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 2 lbs beef chuck roast into 1-inch cubes, then season with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper. Melt 1 tbsp butter in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat, then sear beef in batches for 3-4 minutes per side until deeply browned; remove and set aside.
  2. Step 2: Melt remaining 2 tbsp butter in the same pot over medium heat, then sauté 1 cup diced onions and 4 minced garlic cloves for 5 minutes until golden. Add 12 oz carrots (peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch coins) and cook for 3 minutes until slightly softened.
  3. Step 3: Sprinkle 2 tbsp all-purpose flour over vegetables, stirring constantly for 1 minute. Gradually whisk in 1.5 cups red wine and 1 cup chicken stock, scraping up all fond. Return beef to pot with 1 tsp thyme, then bring to a simmer.
  4. Step 4: Cover and transfer to a preheated 300°F oven; cook for 3 hours until beef is fork-tender. Uncover, stir in 1.5 tbsp fresh ginger (grated) and 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, then simmer uncovered for 15 minutes until sauce thickens to coat a spoon. Discard thyme sprigs before serving.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon with Carrot-Ginger Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 225 minutes (30 min prep + 195 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 Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon with Carrot-Ginger Glaze?

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 roast from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon with Carrot-Ginger Glaze?

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 Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon with Carrot-Ginger Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). 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 Slow-Cooked Beef Bourguignon with Carrot-Ginger Glaze?

French slow cooker 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.

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