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Greek Easter Style Braised Beef with Herbs

Easy Greek Easter Style Braised Beef with Herbs for Bold Flavor

This Greek Easter Style Braised Beef with Herbs features slow-cooked tender beef infused with fragrant herbs for irresistible flavor.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 3 hours
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 5 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Greek
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Beef and Marinade
  • 3 pounds Beef chuck roast Choose a well-marbled cut for tenderness.
  • 3 sprigs Fresh rosemary Adds aroma.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Crushed or chopped.
  • 1/4 cup Lemon juice Brightens flavors.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil Extra virgin recommended.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper
For the Braising Liquid
  • 2 cups Chicken or beef broth Keeps beef moist.
  • 1 cup White wine Optional for flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion Sliced.
Herb and Garnish Extras
  • 2 sprigs Fresh thyme Complements rosemary.
  • 2 Bay leaves
  • 1/4 cup Fresh parsley For garnish.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

For the Marinade
  1. Combine rosemary sprigs, crushed garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Rub mixture evenly over beef, cover, and chill for at least 2 hours.
For Braising
  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Heat olive oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sear beef until golden brown on all sides, about 4 minutes per side.
  2. Add sliced onion, minced garlic, thyme, and bay leaves to pot. Cook until onions are translucent and lightly golden, about 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Pour in white wine (if using) and broth, scraping up browned bits. Bring to a simmer, cover tightly, and braise at 325°F for 3 hours until meat is fork-tender.
  4. Remove pot from oven and let beef rest, covered, for 10 minutes. Shred or slice meat, spoon thickened sauce over top, and garnish with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with mashed potatoes or crusty bread for a complete meal.

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