Greek Style Lemon Beef Stew

October 23, 2020

Greek Style Lemon Beef Stew

The original Greek recipe is called “moschari lemonato” and it’s a traditional favorite. It’s not hard to see why this fragrant stew would become a staple of anyone’s diet – it’s nutritious and full of flavor. Serve it with basmati rice or Greek lemon potatoes, or a stick of dense bread.

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Course Main Dish

Ingredients

2 1/2 pounds stewing beef
1/4 cup flour
2 shallots thinly sliced
2 cloves of garlic
2 large carrots
3 lemons zest & juice
2 teaspoons fresh oregano chopped
1/2 cup olive oil
1/2 cup dry white wine
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons fresh thyme chopped

Instructions

Cut the beef into chunks, and dredge in the flour.
Add the oil to a large heavy skillet at a high temperature, and saute the beef chunks on all sides until browned and beginning to crisp.
Peel and chop the garlic, and chop and dice the carrots.
Add the shallots, garlic, and carrots to the skillet and continue to saute, stirring constantly, for about 3 more minutes.
Pour in the wine, and continue to cook until it has evaporated.
Add the lemon juice and zest, and fresh oregano. Add enough water to the pot to cover the meat.
Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cover and simmer for at least 1 1/2 hours, until the meat is tender.
Garnish with fresh thyme to serve.