Description
Giouvetsi Greek Beef Stew is a heartwarming dish that embodies the spirit of Mediterranean comfort food. This recipe features tender beef simmered in a rich tomato sauce, complemented by orzo pasta and aromatic herbs. Perfect for family gatherings or chilly evenings, each bite transports you to the sun-kissed shores of Greece. With its vibrant colors and inviting aroma, Giouvetsi is sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 28 oz canned whole peeled tomatoes, crushed
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup dry red wine
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 bay leaf
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat and sear beef until golden brown on all sides.
- Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until onions are translucent.
- Pour in crushed tomatoes and red wine; stir well, scraping any browned bits from the bottom.
- Add beef broth along with oregano and bay leaf; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Cover and reduce heat to low, allowing it to simmer for about 90 minutes until beef is tender.
- Stir in orzo during the last 10 minutes of cooking until al dente.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1.5 cups (375g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg