Description
Hearty French onion savoury mince delivers comfort on a plate, blending classic French flavors with rustic charm. Savory beef melts with caramelized onions, creating a soul-warming dish that promises delicious satisfaction for hungry diners.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 500g / 1.1 lb ground beef
- 4 large onions
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Liquid and Binding Ingredients:
- 1 cup beef broth
- 2 tbsp worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
Instructions
- Peel and finely slice onions into delicate, translucent rings, ensuring uniform thickness for even caramelization.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat, allowing the oil to shimmer and warm gradually.
- Gently add sliced onions to the skillet, spreading them evenly and allowing them to slowly transform into a rich, golden-brown color, stirring occasionally for approximately 20-25 minutes.
- Mince garlic and set aside while onions caramelize, preparing to enhance the flavor profile.
- Once onions reach a deep amber hue and develop a sweet, concentrated taste, introduce minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add ground beef, breaking it into small crumbles and browning until no pink remains, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Sprinkle flour over the meat mixture, stirring to coat and create a light roux that will help thicken the sauce.
- Pour in beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and tomato paste, stirring to integrate all ingredients seamlessly.
- Incorporate dried thyme, salt, and black pepper, allowing the mixture to simmer and develop robust flavors for 10-15 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low, letting the sauce reduce and concentrate, creating a rich, savory mince with deep, complex undertones.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, ensuring a balanced and harmonious flavor profile.
- Serve hot, optionally accompanied by crusty bread or over mashed potatoes for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Enhance caramelization by slicing onions uniformly and cooking them slowly to develop deep, sweet flavors without burning.
- Use a heavy-bottomed skillet to distribute heat evenly and prevent onions from scorching during the lengthy caramelization process.
- Select ground beef with moderate fat content (80/20 ratio) to ensure moisture and rich flavor in the final dish.
- Consider gluten-free alternatives by replacing flour with cornstarch or arrowroot powder for thickening the sauce, making the recipe suitable for those with gluten sensitivities.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40-50 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg