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Savory Beef Stifado: Rediscover Greek Comfort Food Magic

Savory Beef Stifado: Rediscover Greek Comfort Food Magic
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Savory Beef Stifado is a heartwarming Greek beef stew that brings the rich flavors of Mediterranean cuisine right to your table. This comforting dish features tender chunks of beef slow-cooked with aromatic spices, creating a delightful experience for family dinners or gatherings. The combination of sweet pearl onions, garlic, and savory herbs melds beautifully, ensuring each bite is bursting with flavor. Perfectly served over rice or with crusty bread, this recipe captures the essence of traditional Greek comfort food while being simple to prepare. Rediscover the magic of Savory Beef Stifado and enjoy a wholesome meal that warms both body and soul.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Prepare all ingredients by chopping onions and garlic and cutting beef into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Sauté pearl onions until golden brown; add minced garlic until fragrant.
  3. Increase heat to medium-high and brown beef in batches, then set aside.
  4. Deglaze the pot with red apple vinegar, scraping any browned bits.
  5. Return beef to the pot, adding crushed tomatoes, cinnamon stick, bay leaves, oregano, honey, salt, and pepper.
  6. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 120 minutes until beef is tender.
  7. Remove bay leaves and cinnamon stick before serving; garnish with fresh parsley.

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