Patatato (Greek Beef and Potato Stew)
Tender beef and soft potatoes simmered in a tomato and cinnamon sauce, the way many Greek families make it on Sundays.
- Time2 hr 15
- LevelEasy
- Costabout £2.29 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat 2 tbsp oil in a large heavy pan over a high heat. Brown the beef in two batches, 5 minutes each, then set aside.
10 min - 2
Lower the heat, add the last tbsp oil and the onion. Cook for 6 minutes, add the garlic and tomato purée and cook for 1 minute.
- 3
Pour in the wine and let it bubble for 2 minutes. Return the beef with the tomatoes, water, cinnamon, bay, oregano and salt.
- 4
Cover and simmer gently for 1 hour 15 minutes until the beef is nearly tender.
75 min - 5
Add the potatoes, pushing them under the sauce. Cover and cook for 30 to 35 minutes until a knife slides in easily and the sauce is thick. Add a splash of water if it gets dry.
33 min 20 s - 6
Remove the cinnamon and bay, scatter with parsley and serve with crusty bread or a green salad.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
