Best 2 Crock Pot Stifado Recipes

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Stifado is a classic Greek stew that is traditionally made with beef, onions, tomatoes, and red wine. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter's day. While there are many different ways to make stifado, one of the easiest and most convenient methods is to use a crock pot. Crock pot stifado is a slow-cooked stew that can be made with minimal effort. Simply brown the beef and onions in a skillet, then add them to the crock pot along with the tomatoes, red wine, and spices. Cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until the beef is tender. Serve over rice or pasta, and enjoy!

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CROCK POT STIFADO



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Make and share this Crock Pot Stifado recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lennie

Categories     Stew

Time 10h20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 lbs stewing beef, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 large onions, peeled and diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 1/2 cups tomato sauce
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 bay leaf
1 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and brown beef-- in batches if necessary, adding more oil if needed.
  • Transfer beef to crock pot with a slotted spoon.
  • Reduce heat to medium and add onions to skillet, cooking until soft; add garlic, cinnamon and allspice and cook for 1 minute.
  • Add vinegar, tomato sauce, sugar and bay leaf and stir well to combine.
  • Pour mixture over meat.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 8 to 10 hours or on High for 4 to 5 hours, until beef is tender.
  • Add feta cheese, cover again, and cook on High for 10 minutes.
  • Discard bay leaf and serve over hot buttered pasta or mashed potatoes.

CROCK POT BEEF STIFADO



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Another variation of this lovely Greek stew. I used to make this on the stove-top and in the oven, I have now adapted it for my crock pot. Most time goes into cleaning the small onions and I do this the evening before. If you don't want to be bothered with that substitute a large chopped onion.

Provided by PetsRus

Categories     Stew

Time 8h30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb small onion, i use pickling or 1 lb white pearl onion
2 lbs braising beef or 2 lbs stewing beef, cut in cubes
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/3 cup olive oil, divided
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1 (14 ounce) can chopped tomatoes (use fresh tomatoes if you prefer)
1/2 cup red wine
1/8 cup red wine vinegar or 1/8 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon tomato paste or 1 tablespoon tomato puree
2 bay leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 tablespoon honey
salt and pepper
crumbled feta cheese, to serve (optional)
chopped fresh parsley, to serve (optional)

Steps:

  • Cover the onions with boiled water, stand for 5 minutes, drain, peel and set aside.
  • Dust the beef with the flour.
  • Heat half of the oil in a large frying pan and brown the beef, transfer to the crock pot.
  • Heat the rest of the oil and on a high heat brown the small onions for approx ten minutes.
  • Lower the heat to medium and add the chopped onion and the garlic, fry for another 5 minutes.
  • Now add the rest of the ingredients, mix and warm through then transfer to the crock pot.
  • Cook on low for 6 to 8 hours until tender.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of beef. Chuck roast, top sirloin, and brisket are all good options for stifado. These cuts have a good amount of marbling, which will help to keep the meat moist and tender during cooking.
  • Brown the beef before cooking. This will help to develop flavor and color in the meat. You can brown the beef in a skillet over medium-high heat, or in the slow cooker itself on the sauté setting.
  • Use good quality ingredients. The better the ingredients you use, the better your stifado will taste. Use fresh vegetables, a good quality olive oil, and a flavorful red wine.
  • Don't overcook the stifado. The meat should be cooked until it is tender, but not so long that it becomes dry. The vegetables should also be cooked until they are tender, but not mushy.
  • Serve stifado with traditional Greek sides. Some good options include rice, potatoes, or pasta. You can also serve it with a dollop of yogurt or a sprinkle of feta cheese.

Conclusion:

Stifado is a delicious and hearty Greek stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is made with beef, vegetables, and a flavorful red wine sauce. The beef is braised until it is tender, and the vegetables are cooked until they are soft. Stifado is typically served with rice, potatoes, or pasta. It is a popular dish in Greece and is also enjoyed by people all over the world.

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