Classic Pot-au-Feu
Pot-au-feu is a traditional French dish featuring tender, slow-cooked beef and a medley of vegetables in a rich, flavorful broth. It is typically served in two courses: first the broth, then the meat and vegetables with accompanying condiments. This recipe provides a comforting and hearty meal perfect for cooler weather.
Een origineel recept van Forkin
- Totale tijd
- 3 uur 30 min
- Porties
- 6
- Moeilijkheid
- Gemiddeld
- Per portie
- 875 kcal
Allergeneninformatie: kan selderij, gluten, mosterd en sulfieten bevatten. Controleer bij een allergie altijd de verpakking van de ingrediënten.
Mise-en-place
Ingrediënten
Ingrediënten
- 1,5 kgbeef chuck roast, cut into 2-3 large pieces
- 2 stbeef marrow bone
- 2 styellow onion, peeled, halved
- 4 stcarrot, peeled, cut into large chunks
- 2 stleek, white and light green parts, cleaned, cut into large pieces
- 2 stcelery stalk, cut into large chunks
- 2 stturnip, peeled, halved or quartered
- 2 stparsnip, peeled, cut into large chunks
- 4 teentjegarlic clove, peeled
- 2 stbay leaf
- 4 stfresh thyme sprig
- 1 tlwhole black peppercorn
- 2 tlsalt
- 4 lwater
for serving
- 4 eldijon mustard
- 100 gcornichon(optioneel)
- 1 stcrusty bread(optioneel)
Keukengerei
fine-mesh sieve · dutch oven · cutting board · knife · large stockpot
De bereidingswijze
Stap voor stap
- 1
Place the beef chuck roast and marrow bones in a large stockpot or Dutch oven.
Ongeveer 2 min
Tip van de kok: Using a pot large enough to comfortably hold all ingredients will prevent boil-overs.
- 2
Add the halved onions, carrots, leeks, celery stalks, turnips, parsnips, peeled garlic cloves, bay leaves, fresh thyme, and whole black peppercorns to the pot.
Ongeveer 5 min
- 3
Pour water over all ingredients until they are fully submerged.
Ongeveer 1 min
- 4
Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then immediately reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer gently for 2.5 to 3 hours.
Ongeveer 3 uur
Tip van de kok: Skim off any foam that rises to the surface during the first 30 minutes of simmering for a clearer broth.
- 5
After simmering, carefully remove the beef and marrow bones from the pot and set them aside.
Ongeveer 2 min
- 6
Strain the broth through a fine-mesh sieve into a separate pot or large bowl, discarding the spent aromatics and vegetables.
Ongeveer 5 min
Tip van de kok: This step ensures a clear and refined broth, which is key for serving the first course.
- 7
Return the strained broth to the cleaned stockpot. Add the reserved beef and marrow bones back into the broth.
Ongeveer 2 min
- 8
Reheat the broth and meat gently over medium-low heat until warmed through.
Ongeveer 10 min
- 9
To serve, first ladle some of the hot broth into individual bowls. Then, slice the beef against the grain and arrange it with the marrow bones on a serving platter.
Ongeveer 3 min
Tip van de kok: Serve the broth with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.
- 10
Offer the Dijon mustard, cornichons, and crusty bread as accompaniments for the meat and vegetables.
Per portie
Voedingswaarden
- Calorieën
- 875kcal
- Eiwit
- 73,1g
- Koolhydraten
- 52,1g
- Vet
- 39,2g
- Vezels
- 6,6g
- Suiker
- 10,9g
Geschat op basis van de hoeveelheden ingrediënten in het recept. Waarden kunnen per merk en vervanging verschillen.
Goed bewaren
Store leftover pot-au-feu (broth, meat, and vegetables) in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat until warmed through, or in the microwave.