Stifado (Spiced Braised Beef & Onions)

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 14
Stifado: A Delicious Slow-Cooked Greek Beef and Onion Dish
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Prep

30 min

Cook

150 min

Ready In

180 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup olive oil
3 lbs beef , cut in 1 inch cubes
4 cups beef broth ( can use water )
1 can tomato paste
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon cumin seed
1 cinnamon stick
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
fresh ground black pepper
2 lbs white pearl onions
1/4 lb feta cheese , cut in 1/2-inch cubes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
428
Sugar
6g
Fat
25g
Stifado is a traditional Greek dish that has been passed down through generations of families. The beef is slow-cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce with lots of onions and fragrant spices, resulting in a delicious and complex flavor. The Greek word 'Stifado' actually describes the cooking method, which involves a long, slow simmering of the ingredients. The key to a good Stifado is to use quality beef and pearl onions that are fresh and in season. Serve Stifado with crusty bread or over a bed of rice.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.Heat olive oil in a large ovenproof pot over medium-high heat.
3.Add beef and brown on all sides.
4.Add beef broth, tomato paste, red wine vinegar, cumin seed, cinnamon stick, salt, and pepper.
5.Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes.
6.Add pearl onions and feta cheese into the pot.
7.Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and bake in preheated oven for about 2 1/2 hours, until meat is very tender.

PROS

Stifado is a comforting and hearty meal, perfect for cooler months.

The beef is full of flavor and the pearl onions are sweet and tender.

CONS

Stifado is a relatively time-consuming dish and requires a bit of preparation.

The slow cooking process also means that this dish is not suitable for a quick weeknight meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Beef is loaded with protein, iron, and B vitamins, all of which are important for good health.
Onions are low in calories and high in antioxidants and fiber, making them a healthy addition to any meal.

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