Lamb Stifado Recipe
Overview:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 4 hours
- Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes
- Servings: 4 servings
- Cuisine: Greek, European
- Category: Stew
- Keywords: Lamb/Sheep, Meat, Greek, European, Free Of…, Potluck, Winter, Savory, Stove Top
- Calories per Serving: 330.5
- Nutritional Information per Serving:
- Fat: 13.1g
- Saturated Fat: 3.1g
- Cholesterol: 73.7mg
- Sodium: 254.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.1g
- Fiber: 3.5g
- Sugar: 10.2g
- Protein: 25.3g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 | Onions |
| 2 | Garlic cloves |
| 2 | tablespoons Olive Oil |
| 1 | lb Stewing Lamb |
| 1 | can Crushed Tomatoes |
| 1 | tablespoon Tomato Paste |
| 1/4 | cup Water |
| 2-3 | Bay Leaves |
| 1 | Cinnamon stick |
| 6 | Allspice Berries |
| 3 | Cloves |
| 1 | teaspoon Cumin |
| 1/2 | cup Red Wine |
| 1/4 | cup Red Wine Vinegar |
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Peel and slice the onions.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- Cut the stewing lamb into bite-sized pieces.
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Sauté Onions and Garlic:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Sauté the onions and garlic until they start turning brown and become soft.
- Once done, remove them from the pot and set them aside.
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Brown the Lamb:
- In the same pot, add the lamb pieces.
- Brown the lamb well on all sides, ensuring it develops a rich color.
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Combine Ingredients:
- Once the lamb is browned, add back the sautéed onions and garlic.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes and tomato paste.
- Add water to just cover the ingredients in the pot.
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Add Spices and Liquids:
- Insert bay leaves, cinnamon stick, allspice berries, cloves, and cumin into the pot.
- Pour in red wine and red wine vinegar.
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Simmer:
- Tightly cover the pot with a lid.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer very slowly for 2 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Allow the flavors to meld together, creating a rich and aromatic stew.
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Serve:
- Once the lamb is tender and the flavors have melded, serve the Lamb Stifado hot.
- Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs like parsley for a burst of freshness.
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Storage:
- Like most stews, Lamb Stifado tastes even better when reheated the next day.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Alternatively, freeze portions for longer storage, ensuring you have a delicious meal ready whenever you crave it.
Enjoy!
Indulge in the hearty flavors of this Greek-inspired Lamb Stifado, where tender lamb mingles with aromatic spices and sweet onions to create a dish that’s sure to delight your taste buds. Serve it alongside crusty bread or fluffy rice for a complete and satisfying meal. Whether enjoyed on a cozy winter evening or shared with friends at a potluck gathering, this stew is bound to become a favorite in your recipe collection.
