How to Make Ostri: The Best Georgian Spicy Beef Stew

Ostri is one of Georgia’s most beloved traditional dishes — a hearty, spicy beef stew bursting with flavor. The tender, slow-cooked beef soaks up the rich tomato sauce infused with garlic, coriander, and hot pepper, creating a perfect balance of heat and aroma. Served hot, this dish is comforting, bold, and deeply satisfying — a true taste of Georgian culinary warmth.

Ingredients

• 800 g beef

• 3 onions

• 4 tomatoes

• 2 bay leaves

• 2 cloves of garlic

• 1 tsp ground coriander

• 1 tbsp hot red pepper

• 1 tbsp tomato paste

• 90 g butter

• Salt to taste

• Fresh parsley for garnish

Preparation Method

1. Cook the meat:
   Cut the beef into cubes, place it in a pot, add the bay leaves, and pour in 180–200 ml of water. Cook over low heat for about 2 hours until tender. Once done, strain and reserve the broth.

2. Sauté the onions:
   In the same pot with the beef, add butter and salt. Stir in the chopped onions and cook over low heat for a few minutes until soft.

3. Add tomatoes:
   Add peeled and chopped tomatoes. Stir and simmer for about 5 minutes.

4. Add spices:
   Mix in the minced garlic, ground coriander, tomato paste, and hot pepper. Stir well to combine.

5. Simmer with broth:
   Pour in the reserved beef broth, mix thoroughly, and simmer over low heat for a few more minutes.

6. Finish and serve:
   Finally, add chopped parsley, stir, and cook for another 5 minutes on low heat. Serve hot and enjoy the rich, spicy flavors of traditional Georgian Ostri.

Details

• Prep & Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

• Serves: 5

• Calories: ~450 kcal per serving