Beef and Eggplant Stew (Greek - Crock Pot Version)

Gluten Free
Health score
42%
Beef and Eggplant Stew (Greek - Crock Pot Version)
505 min.
6
693kcal

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Experience a delightful fusion of Greek flavors with our Beef and Eggplant Stew, a gluten-free crock pot recipe perfect for a hearty lunch or dinner. This slow-cooked dish offers a rich taste and texture combination, making it a satisfying main course or a delicious accompaniment to pasta. With a caloric breakdown of 693 kcal per serving, it's a well-balanced meal that won't leave you feeling heavy.

Prepare to indulge in the exquisite taste of lean stewing beef, cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks, and tender Japanese eggplants, sliced into 1-inch thick segments. The stew is simmered to perfection with beef stock, tomato sauce, and a blend of spices including allspice, cinnamon, and ground cloves. A touch of red wine vinegar and sugar adds a tangy sweetness that complements the rich flavors of the beef and eggplant.

For a complete meal, serve the stew over al dente pasta, garnished with cubed feta cheese and minced parsley. Alternatively, enjoy it as a main course with a refreshing green salad, crusty bread to mop up the savory sauce, and a glass of red wine. This Beef and Eggplant Stew is a versatile, comforting dish that's sure to become a family favorite.

Ingredients

  • 0.1 teaspoon allspice 
  • lbs beef lean cut in 1 1/2 inch chunks
  • cup beef stock 
  • lb tomato sauce canned
  • 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon 
  •  eggplant white thin (the long, , striated and purply ones)
  • 0.5 cup feta cheese cubed
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground cloves 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • medium onion sliced thin
  • 0.3 cup parsley minced
  • tablespoon red wine vinegar 
  • 0.8 teaspoon sugar 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slow cooker

Directions

  1. Wash the eggplant, then top and tail.Don't bother to peel, just cut into 1 inch thick segments.In large skillet, brown the beef, onions, garlic and eggplant in olive oil until dark golden-brown; drain.
  2. Place in crock pot.
  3. Combine the beef stock with the tomato sauce, vinegar, sugar, spices, and salt and pepper to taste, and stir it into the meat.Cover and cook on low heat for 8-10 hours.If serving with pasta, prepare pasta until al dente, pour onto a large serving platter and cover with meat, eggplant and sauce (you may add the feta- it is delicious).
  4. Sprinkle minced parsley over.If serving on its own as a main course, garnish with parsley and feta, serve with a green salad, lots of crusty bread (the sauce has to be mopped up!), and plenty of red wine.

Nutrition Facts

Calories693kcal
Protein20.09%
Fat54.5%
Carbs25.41%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.85
Glycemic Load
7.93
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
40.997826363729%

Flavonoids

Delphinidin
523.28mg
Apigenin
5.4mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
0.28mg
Myricetin
0.4mg
Quercetin
7.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:692.83kcal
34.64%
Fat:43.36g
66.71%
Saturated Fat:14.78g
92.38%
Carbohydrates:45.5g
15.17%
Net Carbohydrates:25.2g
9.17%
Sugar:26.55g
29.5%
Cholesterol:118.48mg
39.49%
Sodium:697.14mg
30.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:35.97g
71.94%
Manganese:1.64mg
82.04%
Fiber:20.29g
81.17%
Vitamin K:73.17µg
69.69%
Potassium:2186.99mg
62.49%
Vitamin B6:1.21mg
60.48%
Vitamin B3:11.66mg
58.31%
Vitamin B12:3.45µg
57.45%
Zinc:8mg
53.32%
Phosphorus:474.4mg
47.44%
Folate:167.37µg
41.84%
Selenium:27.66µg
39.51%
Vitamin B2:0.65mg
38.5%
Copper:0.72mg
36%
Magnesium:133.24mg
33.31%
Vitamin E:4.9mg
32.65%
Iron:5.59mg
31.03%
Vitamin C:25.11mg
30.44%
Vitamin B5:2.89mg
28.91%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
25%
Calcium:173.73mg
17.37%
Vitamin A:732.75IU
14.66%
Vitamin D:0.2µg
1.34%
Source:Food.com