Succulent Greek Stifado with Mushrooms and Cinnamon
Experience the rich flavors of Greece with this comforting stew, where tender beef meets earthy mushrooms and sweet cinnamon.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Marinating the Beef
- 1
Combine ingredients
In a large bowl, combine beef cubes with red wine, bay leaves, peppercorns, onion slices, and garlic.
- 2
Refrigerate overnight
Cover and refrigerate overnight to marinate.
- 3
Prepare beef
Remove beef from marinade and pat dry. Reserve marinade for later use.
Preparing the Vegetables
- 1
Heat olive oil
In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- 2
Sauté onion
Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- 3
Cook mushrooms
Stir in mushrooms and cook until they start to brown.
Tip: Do not overcrowd the mushrooms; cook in batches if necessary.
How to Make Succulent Greek Stifado with Mushrooms and Cinnamon
Total time: 4 h 40 min · Yields 6 servings
- 1
Browning the Beef
Heat a pan and sear dried beef until browned on all sides; remove and set aside.
- 2
Building the Stew
In the same pot, add tomatoes and tomato paste; cook until softened. Add cinnamon stick, ground allspice, and reserved marinade.
- 3
Simmering
Return beef to pot, bring to a boil, then reduce to a low simmer and cook covered for 2 to 3 hours until tender.
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