Description
Delight in the rich flavors of Beef Giouvetsi, a traditional Greek dish that beautifully melds tender beef with orzo pasta and a savory tomato sauce, infused with Mediterranean spices. This one-pot wonder is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, offering heartwarming flavors with minimal prep time. In just under two hours, you can serve an impressive meal that captures the essence of Greek cuisine, making it a must-try for any culinary enthusiast.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs beef chuck roast, cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 cup orzo pasta
- 28 oz crushed canned tomatoes (no added sugar)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for browning)
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Cut the beef into bite-sized cubes.
- Brown the beef: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef cubes on all sides for enhanced flavor.
- Sauté onions and garlic: Remove browned beef and add diced onion to the same pot. Sauté until translucent, then add minced garlic for one minute.
- Combine ingredients: Return beef to the pot, add crushed tomatoes, oregano, salt, and pepper; stir well.
- Simmer: Cover and simmer on low heat for about 1 hour.
- Cook orzo: Add uncooked orzo to the pot and additional water if needed. Cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg