Beef Stifado

Enjoy a rich and comforting Beef Stifado, a classic Greek stew with tender slow-cooked beef and flavorful tomato sauce.

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Prep Time 25

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 25

Course Dinner

Cuisine Greek

Servings servings

Calories 420 kcal

Equipment

Dutch oven

Ingredients

2 lbs beef chuck
3 tablespoon olive oil
1 lb pearl onions
4 cloves garlic
1 cup crushed tomatoes
2 tablespoon tomato paste
1 cup red wine
2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
2 bay leaves
1 cinnamon stick
4 whole cloves
4 allspice berries
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
1 cup beef stock

Instructions

Cut beef into chunks and season with salt and pepper.
Brown beef in olive oil in batches until seared.
Sauté garlic and pearl onions until fragrant and lightly caramelized.
Stir in tomato paste and cook briefly.
Deglaze with red wine and simmer.
Add crushed tomatoes and spices.
Return beef and add stock.
Simmer covered for 1.5 to 2 hours.
Add vinegar and adjust seasoning.
Simmer uncovered to thicken and rest before serving.

Notes

Brown the beef well for maximum flavor. Use whole spices for authentic taste. Let the stew rest or refrigerate overnight for better flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 38gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 95mgSodium: 620mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g

Keyword Beef Stifado, cozy dinner, Greek stew, Hearty Meal, slow-cooked beef, traditional recipe