Description
A comforting and flavorful Greek beef stew simmered in red wine with aromatic spices and seasonal vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds beef (chuck or brisket), cut into large cubes
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 1 cup small pearl onions (or diced yellow/sweet onions)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 carrots, diced
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the beef cubes generously with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the beef until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté the onions in the same pot until golden, then add minced garlic and stir for another minute.
- Add the seared beef back into the pot with carrots, tomato paste, red wine, herbs, and spices. Stir to combine.
- Cover and let simmer on low heat for 2-3 hours until the beef is fork-tender.
- Adjust seasoning as needed, then serve hot garnished with fresh herbs.
Notes
This dish can be made with lamb or chicken as substitutes. It also freezes well for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braised
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: Greek, stifado, beef stew, comfort food, Mediterranean