Bigos (Hunters Stew)
6
200 min
Nutrition Facts
*per one serving
Calories
500 kcal
Protein
25 g
Description
A hearty Polish dish, Bigos (Hunters Stew) is a flavorful combination of meats, cabbage, and sauerkraut, simmered with mushrooms, garlic, and spices. This traditional stew is perfect for a cold day, offering deep, rich flavors.
Lighter Version
Skip the initial browning steps by using pre-cooked meats, and opt for pre-shredded cabbage and sauerkraut to save time.
Ingredients
- 2 slices bacon
- 1 lb kielbasa
- 1 lb pork
- 1/4 cup flour
- 3 garlic cloves
- 1 diced onion
- 1 1/2 cup mushrooms
- 4 cups cabbage
- 1 jar sauerkraut
- 1/4 cup red wine
- 1 bay leaf
- 1 tsp basil
- 1 tsp marjoram
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp caraway seeds
Items Required
- Casserole dish
- Large pot
- Slotted spoon
- Knife
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350F (175C)
- Cook bacon and kielbasa in a large pot until browned
- Remove and transfer to a casserole dish
- Lightly flour and brown pork in the same pot, then transfer to the casserole
- Cook garlic, onion, carrots, mushrooms, cabbage, and sauerkraut
- Deglaze with red wine and add spices
- Combine with the meat, cover, and bake for 2 1/2 to 3 hours
