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Greek Beef Stew Rice for Cozy One Pot Meals

This Greek Beef Stew Rice brings comfort to your table with tender beef, rich tomato sauce, and soft rice in one warm bowl. It is an easy one pot dinner that feels homemade, hearty, and perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 468
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Stew Base
  • 1 1/2 lb beef stew meat cut into even pieces if needed
  • 1 cup long grain rice rinsed until water runs clear
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz
  • 3 cups beef broth
  • 1 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp salt or to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste

Equipment

  • Large Pot

Method
 

  1. Cut the beef stew meat into even pieces so it cooks evenly. Chop the onion, mince the garlic, and rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the beef and brown it on all sides.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes, beef broth, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  5. Cover the pot and simmer for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the beef becomes tender.
  6. Add the rinsed rice and stir well so it absorbs the flavor from the stew.
  7. Cook for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the rice is soft and the liquid is mostly absorbed.
  8. Let the stew rest for 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, then serve warm in bowls.

Notes

You can make this recipe in a slow cooker by cooking everything except the rice on low for 6 to 7 hours, then stirring in the rice during the last 30 minutes. For variation, swap the stew meat with ground beef for faster cooking, or add carrots or peas for extra texture.