French main dishes

French main courses show just how versatile French cuisine is. From simple stews from the countryside to refined dishes from the bistro and brasserie: it is always about care, technique and good ingredients.

In short:
French main courses are often classical in origin and based on regional traditions. Meat, fish, vegetables, herbs and sauces are carefully combined into dishes with plenty of flavour and character.

  • Rougets à la Provençale

    Red Mullet Provençal Style

    This recipe for Red Mullet in Provencal Style brings the enchanting flavours of Provencal cuisine to your plate.

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  • Côtes de porc à la provençale

    Côtes de porc à la provençale

    These Provençal pork chops bring the sunshine of southern France to your plate. They are slowly braised in a sauce of tomatoes, garlic, olives and herbs

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  • Daube de Boeuf

    Daube de Boeuf

    Daube de Boeuf is a classic French stew from Provence, rich in deep flavours of red wine, beef, and herbs. Perfect for special occasions or a cosy dinner.

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  • Foie de veau à la Lyonnaise

    Foie de veau à la Lyonnaise

    A French classic: veal liver Lyonnaise style. Rich in flavour, easy to prepare, and irresistible with caramelised onions and a splash of vinegar.

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  • Eendenborst met rode wijnsaus

    Duck Breast with Red Wine Sauce

    Duck breast with red wine sauce is an elegant, warming dish – ideal for an autumn or winter evening. The rich sauce harmoniously blends the flavours of wine, thyme and balsamic.

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  • Boeuf Bourguignon

    Boeuf Bourguignon

    Boeuf Bourguignon is a delicious classic that tastes great. Serve this dish with glazed onions and mashed potatoes.

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  • Gratin de poireaux à la truite

    Trout and leek gratin

    A classic French oven-baked dish in which gently braised leeks are combined with a creamy sauce and tender trout, finished with a golden-brown cheese crust.

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  • Poulet chasseur

    Poulet chasseur

    Tender pieces of chicken braised in a classic French hunter’s sauce with mushrooms, white wine, tomato and herbs. A timeless dish for a calm, cosy meal.

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  • Coq au vin

    Coq au vin

    A classic French stew: cockerel (or chicken) slowly braised in red wine with bacon, carrot, onion and mushrooms.

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