Here’s the kicker: tomato paste is a red wine hero. A tablespoon of tomato paste, sautéed with your onions and garlic, provides that deep, concentrated umami and acidity. The historical fact? Medieval cooks often used verjuice (sour grape juice) or even ale instead of wine. You are simply continuing a grand, boozy tradition of “I forgot the wine, let’s wing it.”
Red Wine Substitute in Beef Stew
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