Beef Kokkinisto
Tender beef braised in a bold tomato-wine sauce with oregano and garlic — the quick-cook version of Greece's most iconic stew. One skillet, ready in 20 minutes.
- Total time
- 22 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs beef sirloin or chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 can (14.5 oz) canned crushed tomatoes
- ½ cup red wine
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- ½ cup beef broth
Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high until shimmering.
- 2
Working in batches, sear beef cubes without stirring for 2 minutes per side until browned. Transfer to a plate.
- 3
Add minced garlic to the skillet, cook 30 seconds until fragrant, then stir in tomato paste for 1 minute.
- 4
Pour in wine and broth, scraping up browned bits from the pan bottom. Add crushed tomatoes and oregano.
- 5
Return beef to the skillet, season with salt and pepper. Simmer uncovered for 12 minutes until sauce thickens and beef is tender.
- 6
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve hot with crusty bread or over rice.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch heavy skillet
- wooden spoon
- plate
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