If you’re looking for a dish that is both hearty and comforting, then Stifado is definitely worth a try.

This traditional Greek dish is made with beef or rabbit, cooked slowly in a tomato-based sauce, and flavored with a variety of herbs and spices. It’s the perfect meal to warm you up after a long day of hiking or skiing in Mount Olympus.

At Visit Olympus, we believe that food is an important part of the travel experience. That’s why we recommend trying Stifado during your visit to Greece. Here’s a recipe that you can try at home or look for in a local restaurant during your trip:

Ingredients:

• 1 kg beef or rabbit, cut into cubes
• 1 kg small onions, peeled
• 4 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 1 can of chopped tomatoes (400g)
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 4 cloves
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper

Instructions:

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the meat and brown on all sides.
2. Remove the meat from the pot and set aside.
3. In the same pot, add the onions and garlic and cook until they start to soften.
4. Add the canned tomatoes, cinnamon stick, cloves, bay leaf, oregano, thyme, red wine vinegar, and honey to the pot.
5. Stir well and add the meat back to the pot.
6. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid.
8. Let the stew simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and the sauce has thickened.
9. Serve hot with a side of crusty bread, potatoes or rice.

Stifado is a delicious and comforting dish that is perfect for a cold winter day or after a long day of exploring Mount Olympus. We hope you give this recipe a try or look for it in a local restaurant during your next trip to Greece with Visit Olympus.