Description

This Irresistible Mushroom Bourguignon is a comforting vegetarian stew bursting with rich flavors from red wine, smoked tomato paste, and a medley of sautéed mushrooms. Perfect for cozy dinners, it combines tender vegetables and herbs in a thick, savory sauce that’s delightful served over creamy mash or with crusty bread.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 tablespoon Essential Olive Oil
2 sprigs Lemon Thyme
3 cloves Garlic
1 cup Red Wine
2 tablespoons Cornflour
4 cups Vegetable Stock
2 tablespoons Smoked Tomato Paste
500 grams Mixed Mushrooms (such as portobellini and chestnut)
Creamy Mash or Crusty Bread (optional, for serving)
Additional olive oil for sautéing mushrooms
Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Fresh herbs such as parsley (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

Sauté Aromatics: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat in a large saucepan. Add shallots and carrots, cooking for about 10 minutes until the shallots are golden brown and fragrant. Stir in the lemon thyme, bay leaves, and garlic, cooking for an additional minute to release their aroma.
Deglaze with Red Wine: Pour in the red wine and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly, then reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer.
Prepare Stew Base: In a small bowl, whisk the cornflour with a splash of water until smooth. Stir this mixture into the saucepan along with the vegetable stock and smoked tomato paste. Bring to a simmer, and cook gently for about 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
Sauté Mushrooms: While the stew base simmers, heat a drizzle of olive oil in a separate large frying pan over high heat. Add the mixed mushrooms and sauté for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
Combine and Simmer: Add the sautéed mushrooms to the stew in the saucepan. Stir well to incorporate and continue simmering gently for an additional 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the sauce is thickened.
Season and Serve: Taste and season the bourguignon with salt and freshly ground black pepper as desired. Serve warm, optionally garnished with fresh herbs, alongside creamy mashed potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Notes

Use organic vegetable stock for deeper flavor.
For a richer taste, choose a good quality dry red wine.
You can substitute lemon thyme with regular thyme if unavailable.
Serve with creamy mashed potatoes or rustic bread to complete the meal.
This dish is vegetarian and can be made vegan by ensuring the mashed potatoes or bread used are dairy-free.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: French-inspired

Keywords: Mushroom Bourguignon, vegetarian stew, red wine sauce, hearty mushroom recipe, French vegetarian dish