Bistro dishes

Pot-au-feu

Beef and vegetables gently cooked in an aromatic broth.

Pot-au-feu with beef, carrots and leeks.
Pot-au-feu with beef, carrots and leeks.Photo: AndreCC BY-SA 3.0Pot-au-feu2 — recettessimples.fr

Say it: pot oh FUH (approximate English pronunciation)

Pot-au-feu cooks beef and vegetables together in broth rather than a thick wine sauce. A combination of cuts gives different textures, while carrots, leeks and other vegetables contribute their flavors. The broth is an important part of the preparation. Presentation varies, with the meat, vegetables and liquid sometimes served as separate elements of the meal.

Names to look for on menus

pot au feu, pot-au-feu

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Written by Eat French.Food. Reference check: 2026-10-12. Pronunciations are approximate guides for English speakers.