Slow Cooked Beef Stiffado

Transport your taste buds straight to the heart of Greek cuisine with this Slow Cooked Beef Stiffado, a rich, aromatic stew that’s as comforting as it is flavorful. Tender chunks of seared beef chuck are simmered slowly with sweet pearl onions, robust red wine, and a medley of warm spices like cinnamon, cloves, and allspice, resulting in a melt-in-your-mouth dish infused with Mediterranean allure. A splash of red wine vinegar and a hearty base of crushed tomatoes and beef stock create a luscious, tangy sauce that perfectly complements the succulent meat. Ideal for cozy evenings, this one-pot masterpiece pairs beautifully with crusty bread, fluffy rice, or velvety mashed potatoes. With its intoxicating fragrance and depth of flavor, this traditional Greek beef stew is sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for slow cooker lovers and those seeking international-inspired comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:240 mins

Total Time:260 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs beef chuck (cut into 2-inch cubes)
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 lb pearl onions
• 3 garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 cup red wine
• 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 cup beef stock
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 5 whole cloves
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 0.5 tsp ground allspice
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the beef cubes on all sides until browned. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Set the seared beef aside.

Step 2

In the same skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the pearl onions and sauté for 5-7 minutes until they are golden and slightly softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for an additional 1 minute. Remove the onions and garlic from the pan and set aside.

Step 4

Deglaze the skillet with red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the wine simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.

Step 5

In a slow cooker, combine the seared beef, sautéed onions and garlic, deglazed wine, crushed tomatoes, red wine vinegar, and beef stock. Stir well.

Step 6

Add the cinnamon stick, whole cloves, bay leaves, oregano, ground allspice, salt, and black pepper to the slow cooker. Stir again to evenly distribute the spices.

Step 7

Cover the slow cooker and set it to low heat. Cook for 4 hours, stirring halfway through, until the beef is tender and the sauce is thickened.

Step 8

Once done, remove the cinnamon stick, cloves, and bay leaves from the stew. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 9

Serve the beef stiffado hot with crusty bread, rice, or mashed potatoes. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1955.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2569.4

Total Fat 181.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 510.3mg	0%
Sodium 4122.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 27.7g
Protein 143.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 470.7mg	0%
Iron 24.4mg	0%
Potassium 3996.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.7%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 11.2%