Coq au Vin With Shiitake Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Coq au Vin With Shiitake Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 ounce dried shiitake (Oriental black) mushrooms; 1 cup warm water; 1 ounce slab bacon, finely diced; 1 tablespoon cooking oil; 3 1/2 pound frying chicken, cut up; 6 ounces small white onions, peeled; 1/4 cup finely chopped carrot; 2 tablespoons minced shallots; 1/2 cup finely chopped onion; 1 tablespoon flour; 1 1/2 cups dry red wine; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 tablespoons cognac or brandy; 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

Servings: persons

1 ounce dried shiitake (Oriental black) mushrooms
1 cup warm water
1 ounce slab bacon, finely diced
1 tablespoon cooking oil
3 1/2 pound frying chicken, cut up
6 ounces small white onions, peeled
1/4 cup finely chopped carrot
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 tablespoon flour
1 1/2 cups dry red wine
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
2 tablespoons cognac or brandy
1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley

1
Place mushrooms in a bowl, cover with warm water and allow to soak 30 to 40 minutes, until softened.
2
Meanwhile, in a heavy casserole, saute the bacon in the oil until golden and crisp.
3
Remove the bacon from the casserole, draining it well, and add the chicken pieces.
4
Brown the chicken over high heat until golden on all sides.
5
You may not be able to do all the chicken at one time; do not crowd the pieces in the pan.
6
Set the browned chicken aside.
7
Toss the peeled onions in the hot fat briefly to lightly brown them.
8
Remove the onions from the casserole.
9
Lower heat and add the carrots, shallots and chopped onion.
10
Saute until tender.
11
Stir in the flour and cook, stirring over medium heat until the flour turns golden.
12
Stir in the wine.
13
Bring to a simmer, season lightly with salt, pepper and thyme then return the bacon and chicken to the casserole.
14
Drain the mushrooms, reserving the liquid.
15
Cut off any tough stems.
16
Add the mushrooms to the casserole along with the soaking liquid.
17
Cover casserole and place over low heat.
18
Allow to cook slowly for 30 minutes.
19
Add the lightly browned whole onions.
20
Continue cooking about 20 minutes longer, until the onions are tender.
21
Stir in the cognac or brandy.
22
Taste for seasoning.
23
Transfer to a serving dish and sprinkle with parsley.

779

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

127

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 ounce dried shiitake (Oriental black) mushrooms, 1 cup warm water, 1 ounce slab bacon, finely diced, 1 tablespoon cooking oil, and more.

Yes, Coq au Vin With Shiitake Mushrooms falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Coq au Vin With Shiitake Mushrooms

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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