Lamb Stifado

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Ingredients

  • 6 medium onions, peeled and coarsely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 lb boneless stewing lamb
  • 1 cup crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon tomato paste
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 -3 bay leaves
  • 1 inch cinnamon
  • 6 allspice berries
  • 3 whole cloves
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 cup red wine
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • salt & pepper

Instructions

  1. Saute the onions and garlic in the olive oil until turning brown and soft.
  2. Remove and set them aside.
  3. Add the meat and brown well.
  4. Add all the remaining ingredients, including the onions.
  5. Add water to just cover.
  6. Tightly cover the pot and simmer very slowly for 2 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally.
  7. Like most stews, this is better reheated the next day.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

870 kcal 43% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 17.9g 36% DV
Total Fat 55.7g 71% DV
Carbs 89.1g 32% DV
Fiber 20.6g 74% DV
Sugar 17.6g 35% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10163.8mg 100% DV
Potassium 1332.5mg 28% DV
Cholesterol 19.5mg 7% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 137.8mcg 15% DV
Vitamin C 31.2mg 35% DV
Vitamin D 0.1mcg
Calcium 685.8mg 53% DV
Iron 33.4mg 100% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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