Recipe for Sweet Cherry Wine Beef
A delightful combination of tender beef and the rich, fruity flavor of cherry wine, this recipe is both simple to make and sure to impress. Perfect for any occasion, it’s a dish that brings elegance and comfort to your table!
Equipment
- Dutch oven or large cooking pot
- stirring spoon
- measuring cups
Ingredients
- For the Beef:
- 2 lbs 1 kg beef chuck roast
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- For the Sauce:
- 2 cups sweet cherry wine
- 1 cup beef stock
- 3 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional Garnish:
- Fresh parsley
- Grated lemon zest
Instructions
- Step 1: Prepare the Beef-Pat the beef dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.-Warm olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium to high heat. Brown the beef on all sides until a golden crust forms (approximately 3–4 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Step 2: Sauté the Aromatics-Using the same pot, cook the chopped onions and garlic until fragrant. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.-Stir in tomato paste and cook for an additional minute.
- Step 3: Create the Sauce-Deglaze the pot with sweet cherry wine, scraping up any browned bits.Add beef stock, balsamic vinegar, honey, thyme, and smoked paprika. Stir to combine.-Return the beef to the pot, ensuring it is submerged in the sauce.
- Step 4: Simmer and Serve-Cover the pot and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 2.5–3 hours, or until the beef is fork-tender.-Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, garnish with parsley and lemon zest, and serve over mashed potatoes or buttered noodles.
Notes
- Meat Alternatives: Substitute beef chuck with pork shoulder for a different flavor profile.
- For storage: place leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to three days.
- Cooking Tip: For enhanced flavor, marinate the beef in cherry wine for 4–6 hours before cooking.