Greek Frikase with Beef and Lettuce (Μοσχάρι Φρικασέ με Μαρούλι) is a traditional dish with tender beef, lettuce, and an egg-lemon (avgolemono) sauce.

Greek frikase is a comforting and flavorful dish that showcases tender meat, usually lamb or beef, cooked in a rich, velvety lemon and egg sauce.

The key to this traditional recipe is the combination of fresh greens—like lettuce and herbs, which bring a unique depth to the dish.

The tangy avgolemono (lemon-egg sauce) ties everything together, creating a perfect balance of creamy and zesty flavors.

Often served with crusty bread, Greek frikase is a warm, hearty meal that’s deeply rooted in Mediterranean cuisine.

Ingredients

1 kg (2.2 lbs) beef (preferably from shoulder or chuck), cut into chunks

1 large onion, finely chopped

2-3 spring onions, chopped

1 large head of Romaine lettuce, roughly chopped

1 bunch of dill, chopped

1/4 cup olive oil

Salt and pepper to taste

2-3 cups water or beef broth

For the Avgolemono Sauce

2 eggs

Juice of 2 lemons (adjust to taste)

Directions

In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until soft and translucent.

Add the beef chunks and brown them on all sides for about 8-10 minutes.

Add enough water or beef broth to cover the meat, and season with salt and pepper.

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the beef is tender.

Once the beef is tender, add the spring onions. Let them cook for about 10 minutes.

Add the chopped lettuce and dill to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 10-15 minutes until the lettuce wilts and the flavors meld.

In a bowl, beat the eggs well. Slowly add the lemon juice while whisking.

Slowly temper the avgolemono sauce by adding a ladleful of hot broth from the pot into the egg mixture, whisking continuously to avoid curdling the eggs.

Remove the pot from heat. Slowly pour the avgolemono sauce into the pot while stirring gently to combine.

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon as needed.

Let the frikase sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the sauce to thicken slightly. Serve hot with crusty bread.

Enjoy!