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Hunter's Stew (Bigos)

A Polish stew combining sauerkraut, cabbage, and mixed meats, simmered long and slow until deeply flavored. Prep: 20 min.

8 servings120 minMedium
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Ingredients

Makes 8 servings

  • 1 lb pork shoulder, cubed
  • 1 lb smoked sausage, sliced
  • 3 cups sauerkraut, drained
  • 3 cups shredded cabbage
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 2 cups beef or chicken stock
  • 1 tsp caraway seeds

Instructions

  1. Sear pork and sausage in a pot until browned, 8 min.
  2. Add onion, sauté until softened, 5 min.
  3. Add sauerkraut, cabbage, stock, and caraway seeds.
  4. Simmer covered 1.5–1.75 hours, stirring occasionally, until everything is very tender and flavors have melded.