Description
Kokkinisto is a classic Greek stew that transforms humble ingredients into a flavorful and comforting dish, highlighting the richness of Greek culinary traditions.
Ingredients
- Beef or Lamb
- Onions
- Garlic
- Tomatoes (Canned or Fresh)
- Olive Oil
- Red Wine
- Cinnamon Stick
- Bay Leaves
- Salt and Pepper
- Fresh Parsley
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onions and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add the beef or lamb to the pot, searing on all sides until browned, roughly 7-10 minutes.
- Stir in the cinnamon stick and bay leaves, mixing in the herbs with the meat and onions for a further 2 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes and pour in the red wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce to low heat. Cover, and allow it to simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- After simmering, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Remove the cinnamon stick and bay leaves, and top with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread, a side salad, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Consider adding feta cheese for a salty kick.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 120 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Kokkinisto, Greek stew, comfort food, slow cooking, beef stew