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Traditional Greek lemon beef stew recipe (Moschari lemonato)

Traditional Greek Lemon Beef Stew (Moschari Lemonato)

Bushra
A classic Greek beef stew cooked in a lemony sauce with garlic and herbs until tender.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Greek
Servings 6 portions
Calories 398 kcal

Equipment

  • Large pan

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 kg stewing beef 1-1.2 kg (35 oz.)
  • 2 small red onions chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic chopped
  • 3 whole lemons juiced
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tbsp fresh thyme optional

Instructions
 

  • To prepare this Greek beef stew recipe (Moschari lemonato), start by cutting the beef into chunks. Wipe the meat with paper towels.
  • Heat 1/2 of a cup of olive oil into a pan, add the beef and sauté (high heat), until the meat is browned and crusty on all sides.
  • Add the chopped onions and garlic and sauté for 2-3 more minutes.
  • Pour in the wine and wait to evaporate. Add the lemon juice, the oregano and enough hot water just to cover the meat. Season with salt and pepper and stir.
  • Turn the heat down and simmer with the lid on for at least 1-1.5 hour.
  • Serve with mashed potatoes, basmati rice or french fries. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 398kcalCarbohydrates: 5.2gProtein: 36.7gFat: 25.4gSaturated Fat: 5.6gCholesterol: 109.1mgSodium: 522.9mgFiber: 0.7gSugar: 1.6g
Keyword braised beef, citrus stew, lemonato, Mediterranean comfort food
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