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Stifado Greek Beef Stew with red onion and tomato sauce
Stifado, the traditional Greek beef stew, is a true celebration of Mediterranean flavors. This hearty dish combines tender pieces of beef slow-cooked with sweet onions, tomatoes, and a blend of aromatic spices like cinnamon and cloves. The long simmering process allows the meat to absorb all the delicious flavors, resulting in a rich, melt-in-your-mouth stew. Stifado is often enjoyed during family gatherings or festive occasions, served with crusty bread or buttery potatoes to soak up the savory sauce. If you’re looking to bring a taste of Greece into your kitchen, this comforting and flavorful stew is a must-try!
Ingredients:
- 1.5 kg beef (entrecote)
- olive oil
- 300 g red onion
- 2 cloves garlic
- 170 ml dry red wine (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon ground
- 4 cloves
- 2 bay leaves
- 600 g tomato passata (I used homemade, you can find the recipe here)
- 250 ml broth or water
- 0.5 teaspoon each of salt and pepper
- parsley for garnish
Instructions:
Cut the beef into approx. 4 cm pieces. Heat a large pan with a thick bottom (e.g. cast iron) and gradually fry the meat in olive oil until golden brown. Set aside the fried pieces and transfer to a pressure cooker for 30 minutes and pour in the lubion and the sauce that was made from frying. (If you don’t have it, transfer to a tall pot and simmer for about 2 hours)
Peel and fry the red onion, add the garlic, wine, the rest of the spices and simmer for about 5 minutes. Finally, add the tomato paste and simmer gently for about 10 minutes – stir all the time.
When the meat is soft (it should literally fall apart), pour the sauce over the meat and serve as desired.
Enjoy !
