Main DishesHARD
Bigos - Hunter's Stew
Legendary Polish hunter's stew with sauerkraut and meats. National dish with centuries of history. Complex flavors develop over days of cooking. Perfect for gatherings.
Category: Main Dishes | Difficulty: HARD
By Damian Mroczkowski🕐
Prep Time
30 minutes
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Cook Time
180 minutes
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Servings
10
Ingredients
- 1 kg Sauerkraut
- 500 g Fresh cabbage
- 400 g Pork shoulder
- 400 g Kielbasa
- 50 g Dried mushrooms
- 200 g Bacon
- 2 large Onions
- 100 g Prunes
Instructions
1
Sauté onions in bacon fat.
2
Add diced meats, brown well.
3
Add rinsed sauerkraut, fresh cabbage, mushrooms.
4
Add prunes, bay leaf, allspice.
5
Simmer 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
6
Best after reheating 2-3 times over days.
💡 Tips & Variations
Traditional recipe says to reheat daily for 7 days. Each reheating improves flavor. Serve with rye bread.
🥗 Nutrition Information
Approximate per serving: Nutritional information available upon request
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