Tas Kebap (A Greek Beef Or Lamb Stew) Recipe

Name: Tas Kebap (A Greek Beef Or Lamb Stew)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs stewing beef or 2 lbs lamb, cut into 1 inch pieces; 2 large onions, chopped; 1 -2 garlic clove, minced; 1/3 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons minced parsley; 1 large ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded and pureed (enough to equal approximately 1 lb) or (1 lb) can plum tomato, pureed; 1/2 teaspoon sugar; 1/2 cup white wine; 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (personal preference); 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (mediterranean is best); 1 bay leaf; 2 whole cloves (as in the spice)

Servings: persons

2 lbs stewing beef or 2 lbs lamb, cut into 1 inch pieces
2 large onions, chopped
1 -2 garlic clove, minced
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons minced parsley
1 large ripe tomatoes, peeled, seeded and pureed (enough to equal approximately 1 lb) or (1 lb) can plum tomato, pureed
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/2 cup white wine
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (personal preference)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (mediterranean is best)
1 bay leaf
2 whole cloves (as in the spice)

1
Heat the oil in a medium-size saucepan over medium neat until hot and saute the cubes of meat, in batches, until browned; remove with a slotted spoon as the meat browns.
2
In the oil in which you have just browned the meat, add the onions and garlic and saute until just starting to turn golden, about 6-7 minutes; return the meat to the saucepan.
3
Add the pureed tomatoes, sugar, wine, parsley, cinnamon, oregano, bay leaf and cloves and season to taste; cover pot and simmer on low until meat is fork-tender- this could take anywhere from 1 to 1 1/2 hours; fish out the 2 cloves; if, at any time, the gravy has reduced too much (there should always be some thick liquid), add hot water in 1/4 cupfuls.
4
You should be left with very tender meat in a thick, rich sauce, into which the onions have melted.
5
Serve with a rice ring: molded buttered rice, cooked egg noodles, french-fried potatoes or Hunkar Begendi (recipe#95402).

828

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* 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

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs stewing beef or 2 lbs lamb, cut into 1 inch pieces, 2 large onions, chopped, 1 -2 garlic clove, minced, 1/3 cup olive oil, and more.

Yes, Tas Kebap (A Greek Beef Or Lamb 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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Tas Kebap (A Greek Beef Or Lamb Stew)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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