Stifado (Traditional Greek Stew)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3
Traditional Greek Stifado Stew
in Stew

Prep

20 min

Cook

3 hours

Ready In

3 hours and 20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 diced tomatoes
125 ml red wine vinegar
125 ml beef stock
90 ml olive oil
5 cloves garlic , halved
2 cinnamon sticks
10 cm orange zest , long strip
1 tablespoon honey
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon ground cumin
900 g beef chuck , cut into 3 cm chunks
1 tablespoon olive oil
450 g white pearl onions , halved
1 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
450
Sugar
5g
Fat
23g
Stifado is a traditional Greek stew made with beef, vegetables, and aromatic spices. This dish is a staple in Greek cuisine, often served in family gatherings and celebrations. The stew is slow-cooked to allow the meat to become tender and absorb all the flavors of the marinade. The sweet and sour marinade gives the dish a rich complexity that is well balanced with the spices. Served with rice or crusty bread, Stifado is a hearty and satisfying meal that will warm you up on a cold day.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, combine diced tomatoes, red wine vinegar, beef stock, olive oil, garlic, cinnamon sticks, orange zest, honey, bay leaf, and ground cumin.
2.Add beef chunks and toss to coat. Marinate for 2 hours or overnight.
3.In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat.
4.Add pearl onions and sugar, stirring occasionally, until browned.
5.Add beef mixture and marinade to the pot, bring to a boil and then reduce heat to low.
6.Cover and simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
7.Remove cinnamon sticks, bay leaf, and orange zest strip.
8.Serve hot, sprinkled with chopped parsley on top.

PROS

Stifado is a flavorful stew with a warm and comforting taste, perfect for cold weather and sharing with friends and family.

It is very easy to make and requires only one pot, with a few simple ingredients.

CONS

The dish requires marinating and slow cooking, which can take some time.

Pearl onions are small and can be difficult to peel, which may be time-consuming.

Beef chuck is a fatty cut of meat, so the stew may be high in calories and fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe contains beef, which is a good source of protein and iron.
The dish also contains garlic and onion, which have been linked to heart health and immune support.

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