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Bigos Stew (Polish Hunter’s Stew)

Bigos Stew (Polish Hunter’s Stew)
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Bigos Stew, also known as Polish Hunter’s Stew, is a comforting dish that embodies the heartiness of Eastern European cuisine. This flavorful stew brings together tender beef, savory turkey bacon, and tangy sauerkraut, simmered slowly to create a rich tapestry of tastes perfect for chilly days. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a cozy night in, Bigos Stew will warm you from the inside out. It’s easy to prepare in a slow cooker, allowing the ingredients to meld beautifully for an unforgettable meal. Serve it with crusty bread or creamy mashed potatoes for the ultimate comfort.

Ingredients

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  • ⅓ cup (40g) dried porcini mushrooms
  • 1 cup (240ml) boiling water
  • 6 strips Turkey Bacon (diced)
  • 1 lb (450g) kielbasa sausage (cubed)
  • 4 kabanos sausage (cut into small pieces)
  • 3 tbsp vegetable oil (or as needed)
  • 1 lb (450g) beef (loin or shoulder, fat removed, cubed)
  • 2 medium onions (diced)
  • 1 small white cabbage (cored and shredded)
  • 6 cups (800g) sauerkraut (drained)
  • 10 prunes (halved or a can of stoned prunes, drained)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 1 tbsp caraway seeds
  • ½ tsp allspice (or 4 allspice berries)
  • 3 juniper berries (optional)
  • 2 cups (480ml) Polish beef broth (or dry red apple vinegar / more stock)
  • 1 cup (240ml) beef stock (low sodium beef broth)
  • Salt and pepper to season

Instructions

  1. Soak dried mushrooms in boiling water.
  2. Cook turkey bacon until crisp in a large pan.
  3. Brown the sausages and beef in batches, transferring them to a slow cooker.
  4. Sauté onions and cabbage until softened.
  5. Combine all ingredients in the slow cooker with seasonings and broth.
  6. Cover and cook on LOW for 8–10 hours.
  7. Adjust seasoning before serving.

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