Polish Bigos – Hunter’s Stew
A hearty and traditional Polish stew made from sauerkraut, fresh cabbage, various meats, and mushrooms — perfect for cold days and family gatherings.
Ingredients (Serves 6):
• 500g sauerkraut
• 300g fresh cabbage, shredded
• 400g pork shoulder, diced
• 200g smoked sausage, sliced
• 150g mushrooms, sliced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 cup beef broth or water
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper
Instructions:
1. Sauté onion and garlic in oil until soft.
2. Add pork, brown on all sides.
3. Stir in sauerkraut, cabbage, mushrooms, sausage, bay leaves, and broth.
4. Simmer covered on low heat for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
5. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot with rye bread.
Polish Tip:
Bigos tastes even better reheated the next day, allowing flavors to meld beautifully.
Polish Bigos – Hunter’s Stew
A hearty and traditional Polish stew made from sauerkraut, fresh cabbage, various meats, and mushrooms — perfect for cold days and family gatherings.
Ingredients (Serves 6):
• 500g sauerkraut
• 300g fresh cabbage, shredded
• 400g pork shoulder, diced
• 200g smoked sausage, sliced
• 150g mushrooms, sliced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 cup beef broth or water
• 2 bay leaves
• Salt and pepper
Instructions:
1. Sauté onion and garlic in oil until soft.
2. Add pork, brown on all sides.
3. Stir in sauerkraut, cabbage, mushrooms, sausage, bay leaves, and broth.
4. Simmer covered on low heat for at least 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
5. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot with rye bread.
Polish Tip:
Bigos tastes even better reheated the next day, allowing flavors to meld beautifully.