Vegetarian Coq au Vin

Experience the rich, rustic flavors of classic French cuisine with a plant-based twist in this Vegetarian Coq au Vin. This hearty one-pot recipe swaps chicken for earthy cremini mushrooms, tender pearl onions, and sweet carrots, all simmered in a robust red wine and vegetable broth sauce infused with aromatic thyme and bay leaves. A touch of tomato paste deepens the flavor, while a flour-based thickener creates a luxuriously velvety texture. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or an elegant vegetarian centerpiece, this dish pairs beautifully with crusty bread or buttery mashed potatoes. Ready in just over an hour, it delivers all the indulgence of traditional coq au vin without the meat, making it a must-try for vegetarians and food lovers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 500 grams cremini mushrooms, quartered
• 300 grams pearl onions, peeled
• 3 medium carrots, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 750 milliliters dry red wine
• 250 milliliters vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 3 sprigs fresh thyme
• 2 bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the mushrooms and brown them on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the pearl onions and carrots. Cook until they start to brown, about 5 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Return the mushrooms to the pot and add the red wine, vegetable broth, and tomato paste. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Add the thyme sprigs, bay leaves, salt, and black pepper. Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7

Reduce the heat and cover, cooking for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix the flour with 2 tablespoons of water to create a smooth paste. Stir this into the pot to thicken the sauce.

Step 9

Continue to cook uncovered for an additional 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the vegetables are tender.

Step 10

Remove the thyme sprigs and bay leaves before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1976.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1435.8

Total Fat 44.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 31mg	0%
Sodium 3095.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 38.5g
Protein 25.5g	0%

Vitamin D 35IU	0%
Calcium 263.9mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 4750.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.7%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 46.5%