Indulge in the luxurious taste of tender beef cooked in red wine, encased in flaky puff pastry. This impressive dish is perfect for special occasions or a cozy night in. The savory filling pairs beautifully with the buttery crunch of the pastry for a truly unforgettable meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb beef, cubed
- 1/2 cup red wine
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 carrot, diced
- 1/2 cup beef broth
- 1 tbsp flour
- 1 sheet puff pastry
- 1 egg, beaten
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a pan, brown the beef cubes over medium-high heat. Remove from pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté the onion, garlic, and carrot until softened.
- Add the beef back to the pan and sprinkle with flour. Stir to coat the beef.
- Pour in the red wine and beef broth. Season with salt and pepper. Simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Roll out the puff pastry sheet and cut into squares.
- Place a spoonful of the beef mixture onto each square. Fold over and seal the edges with the beaten egg.
- Brush the tops of the pastries with more egg wash.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the pastry is golden brown and puffed up.
- Serve hot and enjoy the delicious flavors of beef and red wine in flaky pastry.
Interesting Facts
Puff pastry is made by layering butter between layers of dough, resulting in a flaky and buttery texture.
Red wine not only adds depth of flavor to the beef filling but also tenderizes the meat as it cooks.