Stifado – Greek Beef and Pearl Onion Stew

Instructions

1. 1
   Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
2. 2
   Brown the beef chunks in batches, seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove and set aside.
3. 3
   In the same pot, sauté garlic briefly until fragrant, then stir in tomato paste and cook for 1 minute.
4. 4
   Deglaze the pot with red wine, scraping up browned bits. Pour in beef stock.
5. 5
   Return beef to the pot. Add bay leaves, cinnamon stick, cloves, and oregano. Bring to a simmer.
6. 6
   Cover and cook on low heat for 1 hour 30 minutes until beef is tender.
7. 7
   Add pearl onions and continue cooking for 30-40 minutes until onions are soft.
8. 8
   Stir in red wine vinegar. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
9. 9
   Serve hot in deep bowls, spooning sauce over the meat and onions.