This braised beef recipe brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen. Slow-cooked in a rich red wine sauce, the beef turns meltingly tender while the sauce reduces into a glossy, flavorful jus that feels both luxurious and comforting.
Perfect for date nights, Sunday dinners, or holidays, this dish pairs beautifully with creamy mashed potatoes or roasted vegetables.
Restaurant-Style Braised Beef with Red Wine Jus
Ingredients
For the Braised Beef:
- 2 lbs (900g) beef chuck roast or short ribs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 large onion, diced
- 2 medium carrots, chopped
- 2 celery stalks, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot works best)
- 2 cups beef broth (low-sodium)
- 2 sprigs fresh thyme
- 2 bay leaves
- 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
For Garnish:
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Mashed potatoes or roasted veggies (for serving)
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