Ostri (Spicy Beef Stew)
Spicy Georgian beef stew in a tomato-herb sauce with heavy use of cilantro, garlic, and chili.
Why It Works
The long braise tenderizes the beef while the herb-heavy sauce develops complexity. Adding cilantro at both the beginning and end gives layered herbal notes.
Key Ingredients
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