Oven Greek Stew (Lamb Stifado) Recipe

Name: Oven Greek Stew (Lamb Stifado)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes; salt, to taste; fresh ground black pepper, to taste; 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine; 1/2 lb small boiling onions, peeled; 1 lb medium new potato, unpeeled and cut into large pieces; 4 carrots, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/2 cup dry red wine; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon firmly packed brown sugar; 1 (14 1/2 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree; 1 bay leaf; 1 cinnamon stick; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 3 tablespoons raisins (optional); 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Servings: persons

3 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine
1/2 lb small boiling onions, peeled
1 lb medium new potato, unpeeled and cut into large pieces
4 carrots, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup dry red wine
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon firmly packed brown sugar
1 (14 1/2 ounce) can crushed tomatoes in puree
1 bay leaf
1 cinnamon stick
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
3 tablespoons raisins (optional)
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

1
Preheat oven to 325u00b0.
2
Season meat as desired with salt and pepper.
3
In a big Dutch oven, melt the butter over medium heat.
4
Add meat; stir to coat but do not brown.
5
Place vegetables (onions, potatoes, and carrots) on top.
6
In a bowl mix together the garlic and next 7 ingredients; pour over stew.
7
Bake, covered, for 1 1/2 hours.
8
Stir in raisins and bake uncovered, 10 more minutes.
9
Remove bay leaf and cinnamon stick; discard.
10
Spoon stew into large warmed bowls; sprinkle with feta cheese.

1465

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Fat

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes, salt, to taste, fresh ground black pepper, to taste, 1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, and more.

Yes, Oven Greek Stew (Lamb Stifado) 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Oven Greek Stew (Lamb Stifado)

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