Beef Stifado in the Slow Cooker

Ingredients

• 1kg beef, cut into cubes
• 3 onions, finely chopped
• 3 cloves of garlic, crushed
• 1 tablespoon of tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon of ground cloves
• 2 bay leaves
• 1/2 cup of red wine
• 1/2 cup of beef stock
• 3 tablespoons of olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
2. Add the onions and garlic and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
3. Add the tomato paste, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, cloves, bay leaves, red wine, and beef stock and bring to a boil.
4. Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker and cook on low heat for 8 hours.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Stifado is a traditional Greek dish that is usually served as part of a larger meal.
• The slow cooker helps to tenderize the beef and infuse the dish with flavor.
• The dish is best served with a side of rice or potatoes.