Coq au vin pronunciation
Coq au vin is French for ‘rooster in wine.’ To master the pronunciation, let’s break it down: The result is a simple French chicken stew with all the traditional flavors. Coq au vin translates to ‘rooster in wine.’ A coq au vin recipe is a deeply savory, robust, and hearty French stew that consists of tender pieces of chicken braised in red wine with vegetables such as mushrooms, carrots, and onions. Crispy bacon lends more savory depth. It’s warming comfort food that blends savory, sweet, and earthy notes.Julia Child herself said, “In France, cooking is a serious art form and a national sport.” The French certainly do know how to put good food on a plate – it’s one of the more celebrated cuisines in the world!
Coq: Pronounced like ‘kohk’ with the ‘o’ similar to the sound of the ‘o’ in ‘coat’ Au: This is pronounced like ‘oh.’ Vin: The final word is pronounced as it looks, as ‘vin.'
So all together, you’re saying ‘kohk oh vin.'
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Chicken: Grab some skin-on, bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks. Beurre manié: If you’re not familiar, this fancy name refers to a combination of flour and butter. See the notes for ratios and dietary-friendly variations. Other ingredients: Red wine, chicken broth, bacon strips, onion, carrots, garlic cloves, tomato paste, fresh thyme leaves, mushrooms, and pearl onions. Optional: Brandy.
White wine can also be used to make coq au vin blanc. Steer clear of sweet white wines. A Pinot Gris or Sauvignon Blanc works well. Our favorite way to serve this coq au vin recipe is on top of a pile of roasted garlic mashed potatoes with a crisp arugula wild rice salad. The gravy from the coq au vin is incredible poured over the mash, and the salad rounds it out with some added freshness. Swap the mash out for some steaming basmati rice or cauliflower rice, or crispy roasted potatoes. You could also scoop it over some cooked pasta or egg noodles with some crusty buttered bread for mopping up all the gravy. For alternate sides, make some braised sturdy greens, like collard, kale, or swiss chard, roasted cauliflower, sauteed green beans, roasted asparagus, or roasted root vegetables. And for dessert, try Julia Child’s Chocolate Mousse. It’s delicious!
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