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Savory Beef Stifado: Rediscover Greek Comfort Food Magic

Savory Beef Stifado: Rediscover Greek Comfort Food Magic

Savory Beef Stifado: Rediscover Greek Comfort Food Magic is a hearty and aromatic beef stew that encapsulates the essence of Greek cuisine. With tender chunks of beef simmered to perfection in a rich tomato-based sauce, this dish is infused with warm spices like cinnamon and oregano. Ideal for family dinners or cozy gatherings, the slow cooking method ensures that every bite bursts with flavor, making it a comforting meal for any occasion. Serve it over rice or with crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce, and watch your loved ones gather around the table for seconds.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds beef (chuck or brisket)
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 16 ounces small pearl onions (Sweet variety)
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic
  • 1 cup red apple vinegar
  • 28 ounces crushed tomatoes
  • 1 stick cinnamon stick (optional)
  • 2 leaves bay leaves (discard before serving)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare your ingredients by chopping the onions and garlic.
  2. In a Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add pearl onions and sauté until golden brown, then add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high, add beef in batches, browning each side for about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Deglaze with red apple vinegar, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot and simmering for about 2 minutes.
  5. Stir in crushed tomatoes, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, oregano, honey, salt, and pepper.
  6. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for about 120 minutes until beef is tender.
  7. Discard bay leaves and cinnamon stick before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.
  • Author: Juniper
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 120 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: Greek

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 370
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 450mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 34g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: For added variety, consider incorporating carrots or bell peppers into the stew. To enhance flavor depth, allow the stew to rest after cooking before serving.