Spicy Beef Stew - Ostri

Spicy Beef Stew (Ostri) Ostri is a spicy Georgian beef stew made with tomato paste, onions, fresh herbs, and red ground chili pepper, a spice that Georgians use generously in many dishes. Ostri derives its name from the Russian word ostriy or “spicy.” It is a dish found in many home-style Georgian restaurants and is served with hearty bread. You can add a mashed potato salad or fried potatoes and baked mushrooms. What distinguishes ostri is the cooking technique. The meat is first braised simply in water then cooked with onions in butter. A quick sauce of tomato paste, hot pepper, and the braising liquid is made, and the stew is finished with herbs. The result is bright and flavorful. Enjoy your spicy stew with a full-bodied red wine such as Saperavi. Ingredients for Spicy Beef Stew (Ostri) Serves 4 to 6 2 1/2 pounds stewing beef (such as brisket or round), cut in 2-inch cubes 2 bay leaves 4 cups water 2 cups finely chopped onions 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 5 or 6 garlic cloves, minced 1 teaspoon ground coriander seed 1 teaspoon ground blue fenugreek 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes or 1/2 teaspoon cayenne, (or) more depending how hot you want the dish to be 3 tablespoons tomato paste 1 pound fresh tomatoes, peeled and finely chopped (juices reserved) (or) 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 cup finely chopped cilantro 1/2 cup finely chopped parsley Coarse salt 1 small onion, sliced, for garnish (optional) Cooking with Tamada’s Table will bring the finest recipes, seasonal dishes and authentic tastes of Georgian cuisine to your table. You will cook and learn from a Georgian who understands the perspectives and tastes of the cuisine, while advising on how to source specialty spices. Georgian cuisine is unique. Fresh herbs – cilantro, tarragon, mint, summer savory, celery – will move into your kitchen and brighten your life and table, providing enormous health benefits as well. Ground walnuts are used in many dishes, instead of oil, and you can even cook meat without adding any fat. There are lots of vegan dishes, including a range of cold vegetable dishes (pkhali) with walnuts, fresh herbs and exotic spices from the Silk Road. If you guys like this video, please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and SHARE it with your family and friends! The more people we can reach, the more we can spread the pleasures of Georgian Cuisine. Thank you! Find many more Georgian recipes on Tamada's Table YouTube channel. For more about Georgian food, wine and me…… Official Website: http://www.TamadasTable.com Official Facebook Page:   / tamadas-table-275255196316374   Instagram:   / tamadastable   For inquiries, contact us at [email protected]