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Instant Pot Greek Beef Stifado Recipe

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This Instant Pot Greek Beef Stifado is a rich, hearty stew made with tender beef, pearl onions, and a fragrant tomato-based sauce infused with warm Mediterranean spices. A quick and delicious adaptation of a traditional Greek favorite using the convenience of a pressure cooker.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs beef chuck or stew meat, cut into cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lb pearl onions, peeled
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 cup red wine
  • 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes or tomato puree
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 cinnamon stick
  • 4–5 whole cloves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup water or beef broth

Instructions

  1. Set Instant Pot to sauté mode and heat olive oil.
  2. Brown beef cubes in batches, then set aside.
  3. Add pearl onions and sauté until golden.
  4. Add garlic and tomato paste; cook for 1 minute.
  5. Deglaze pot with red wine, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Return beef to pot and add crushed tomatoes, red wine vinegar, cinnamon stick, cloves, bay leaves, allspice, salt, pepper, and broth.
  7. Seal Instant Pot and cook on high pressure for 35 minutes.
  8. Allow natural pressure release for 10 minutes, then open lid.
  9. Remove cinnamon stick, cloves, and bay leaves. Stir and serve.

Notes

  • For extra sweetness and depth, add a splash of balsamic vinegar.
  • Substitute wine with broth and balsamic vinegar if avoiding alcohol.
  • Add chopped carrots or potatoes for a heartier dish.
  • Use lamb instead of beef for a more traditional version.
  • Simmer sauce after pressure cooking for a thicker texture.

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