Beef Giouvetsi
A hearty and comforting Greek dish made with tender beef, flavorful herbs, and orzo pasta.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds beef (chuck or stew meat), cut into cubes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- to taste Salt and pepper
- Grated cheese (Parmesan or Kefalotyri) for serving
- Olive oil for cooking
- Crusty bread for serving
- Greek salad for serving
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Brown the beef cubes on all sides, then remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, sauté the onions and garlic until softened.
- Add the browned beef back to the pot, along with the diced tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, cinnamon, salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, until the beef is tender.
- Stir in the orzo pasta during the last 10-15 minutes of cooking.
- Once the orzo is cooked and the sauce has thickened, remove from heat.
Serving
- Serve hot, topped with grated cheese, alongside crusty bread and a Greek salad.
Notes
Make sure to brown the beef well for a deeper flavor. Adjust the seasoning to your taste. You can add more herbs or spices if you like. For a thicker sauce, simmer it a bit longer after adding the orzo.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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