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Classic Coq au Vin in Red Wine
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Classic Coq au Vin in Red Wine

4.7 (252 ratings)

A Classic Coq au Vin, built on a slow, honest base, and served in Red Wine.

Prep
8 min
Cook
18 min
Servings
2
Difficulty
Easy
Ingredients

What you'll need

  • 1 lb coq au vin
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 cup shallot
  • 3 cloves fresh thyme
  • 1 tsp dry white wine
  • 1/2 cup kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp cracked black pepper
  • to taste fresh herbs, to finish
Method

Step by step

  1. Season the coq au vin generously and let it sit while you prep the aromatics.
  2. Build the base: cook the onion, garlic and spices until soft and fragrant.
  3. Add the coq au vin and cook it through, letting it take on color and soak up the seasoning.
  4. Rest briefly, adjust the salt and acid, and finish with fresh herbs before serving.
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