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Mediterranean Braised Beef and Tender Orzo in Aromatic Tomato Herb Gravy

A hearty Mediterranean-inspired braised beef dish with tender orzo pasta in a rich, aromatic tomato herb gravy.

  • Total Time: 3 hours 35 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs beef chuck, cut into large cubes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large onion, diced
  • 2 carrots, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup red wine
  • 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp ground allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups orzo pasta
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. Season beef cubes with salt and pepper and brown on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add onion and carrots to the pot and sauté for 5 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in red wine and scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  6. Add crushed tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, and bay leaves.
  7. Return the beef to the pot and bring to a gentle simmer.
  8. Cover and cook on low heat for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beef is fork-tender.
  9. Remove bay leaves and stir in the orzo.
  10. Cook uncovered for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the orzo is tender and has absorbed some of the sauce.
  11. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  12. Garnish with crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 3 hours 15 minutes | Total Time: 3 hours 35 minutes

  • Author: Chef Stella
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 3 hours 15 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Calories: 620 kcal