In a Greek recipe, when a dish is described as “kokkinisto,” it means that the main ingredient (usually meat or poultry) is slow-cooked in a tomato-based sauce. The term “kokkinisto” comes from the word for “red” in Greek, referring to the rich red color the tomato gives the dish. It often includes spices like cinnamon or allspice, along with onions, garlic, and herbs, creating a flavorful, hearty meal.
Ingredients:
- 1 kg beef, cut into portions
- 8 artichokes, cleaned
- 2 onions, finely chopped
- 2-3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste or 4 ripe tomatoes, crushed
- 1/2 bunch parsley or dill, finely chopped
- Salt
- Pepper
- Sweet paprika
- Cinnamon
- Olive oil
Instructions:
- Heat the olive oil in a pot and brown the beef on all sides.
- Add the garlic, onions, and artichokes, and sauté everything together.
- Remove the artichokes and set them aside in a bowl. You will add them back 30 minutes before the stew is done cooking.
- Add the tomatoes, parsley, salt, pepper, paprika, and cinnamon to the beef. Pour in enough water to cover the meat, cover the pot, and simmer until the beef is tender.
- About 30 minutes before the beef is done, add the artichokes back into the pot and continue cooking until the sauce thickens.
- If needed, add a little water during cooking.
Enjoy your meal!
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