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Vegan Mushroom Bourguignon

Vegan Mushroom Bourguignon for a Cozy, Romantic Dinner

This Vegan Mushroom Bourguignon is a comforting, plant-based twist on a classic French dish, perfect for a romantic dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: French
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Stew
  • 1 cup Dried Porcini Mushrooms Adds intense umami flavor; can be replaced with any dried mushrooms available.
  • 8 ounces Sliced Cremini Mushrooms Provides a hearty texture and earthy flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil Used for sautéing vegetables.
  • 1 Yellow Onion Finely chopped for even cooking.
  • 2 Carrots Finely chopped or diced.
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper Cored and finely chopped.
  • 3-4 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Contributes rich flavor.
  • 1 cup Full-bodied Red Wine Suggestions include Cabernet.
  • 2 tablespoons Vegan Butter Used to thicken the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Flour Acts as a thickening agent for the sauce.
  • Salt Adjust to taste.
  • Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Chopped Chives For garnish.
For Serving
  • 4 servings Easy Vegan Mashed Potatoes or Pasta Recommended as a hearty side.

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Hydrate the mushrooms by combining dried porcini mushrooms with hot water. Let sit for about 15 minutes and reserve liquid.
  2. Sauté chopped onion, diced carrots, and red bell pepper in olive oil for about 3 minutes until translucent.
  3. Add sliced cremini mushrooms, minced garlic, dried thyme, and oregano. Cook for 7-10 minutes until mushrooms soften.
  4. Chop hydrated porcini mushrooms and add them with tomato paste. Stir and cook for an additional 3 minutes.
  5. Pour in the red wine and reserved mushroom liquid. Bring to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 10 minutes.
  6. Mix vegan butter and flour, then add to the pot, stirring until smooth. Cook until sauce thickens.
  7. Season with salt and pepper. Serve warm over mashed potatoes or pasta, garnished with chives.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld.

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