The Flemish Carbonnade Recipe from Castel Camping Domaine de la Bien Assise

Flemish carbonnade, with its tender beef slowly simmered in a velvety beer-based sauce, is a true tribute to Flemish gastronomy. Discover the signature carbonnade recipe from Castel Camping Domaine de la Bien Assise!

Let yourself be guided through the simple steps of this recipe, where every ingredient—from melt-in-the-mouth beef to the subtle notes of the beer—comes together to create a symphony of flavours. Whether you’re an experienced cook or simply a lover of good food, this recipe will win you over with its simplicity and unmistakable taste.

Ingredients

Serves 5

• 40 g butter

• 1 kg chuck beef

• 200 g smoked belly bacon

• 400 g onions

• 30 g brown sugar

• 5 slices gingerbread (spiced bread)

• 2 tablespoons mustard

• 1 bouquet garni

• 1 L bière de garde (strong, traditional French beer)

• 0.5 L veal stock

Method

1. Sear the beef and season with salt and pepper.

2. Transfer the browned meat to a casserole dish, then sauté the onions and bacon until nicely coloured.

3. Add the brown sugar to create a caramel.

4. Deglaze with the beer and allow to reduce for 3 minutes.

5. Add the onions and bacon back to the meat.

6. Add enough veal stock to just cover the ingredients and add the bouquet garni.

7. Place the slices of gingerbread spread with mustard into the cooking liquid.

8. Cover and cook for around 3 hours on a low heat.

Get ready to enjoy an unforgettable culinary experience and to share warm, convivial moments around this iconic regional dish.
Bon appétit — and happy tasting!