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Beef Stifado

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A hearty Greek Beef Stifado, featuring tender beef simmered in a rich, aromatic wine-infused sauce with spices and pearl onions.

Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef stew meat, cut into chunks
  • 1 cup pearl onions
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes (canned works fine)
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking

Instructions

  1. Sear the beef: In a large pot, heat a good drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add the beef chunks and brown them on all sides.
  2. Add the aromatics: Toss in the minced garlic and pearl onions. Sauté for a few minutes until the onions soften.
  3. Deglaze the pot: Pour in red wine and scrape up the browned bits from the bottom.
  4. Combine the good stuff: Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, bay leaves, cinnamon, sugar, salt, and pepper.
  5. Simmer away: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 120-180 minutes.
  6. Final touches: Remove bay leaves and serve with crusty bread or rice.

Notes

Browning is key for depth of flavor; adjust seasoning to taste; let it rest for thickening.

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