Kokkinisto Beef Stew Recipe

Name: Kokkinisto Beef Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 - 1 1/2 lb boneless beef cube, for stew (preferably chuck); 1 onion, chopped; 3 -5 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/2 bunch parsley, chopped; 3 -4 whole cloves; 3 -4 dashes cinnamon; 2 tomatoes, chopped; 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 1/2 cup olive oil; water; salt; pepper

Servings: persons

1 - 1 1/2 lb boneless beef cube, for stew (preferably chuck)
1 onion, chopped
3 -5 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 bunch parsley, chopped
3 -4 whole cloves
3 -4 dashes cinnamon
2 tomatoes, chopped
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
1/2 cup olive oil
water
salt
pepper

1
Heat oil in a large pot on medium high heat. Brown the beef cubes on all sides and season with salt.
2
Add the onion, garlic, and parsley to the beef and saute until onions turn translucent.
3
Add the chopped tomatoes and cook till they release some juice for a minute or two.
4
Add the cloves and cinnamon and stir.
5
Add the two cans of tomato sauce.
6
Then take one of the emptied cans and fill it with water. Add two can-fulls of water.
7
Taste and season if necessary.
8
Bring to a boil and then reduce to low heat and cover. Let it simmer for 2 and a half hours or until meat is tender and sauce has thickened.
9
Serve with thin spaghetti or egg noodles and top with grated cheese.

657

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 - 1 1/2 lb boneless beef cube, for stew (preferably chuck), 1 onion, chopped, 3 -5 garlic cloves, chopped, 1/2 bunch parsley, chopped, and more.

Yes, Kokkinisto Beef Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Kokkinisto Beef Stew

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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