Croatian Pork Stew
A hearty, comforting stew made with tender pork and a blend of Croatian spices.
Ingredients
- ●1.5 kg Pork Shoulder
- ●1 Onion
- ●2 Carrot
- ●2 stalks Celery
- ●3 cloves Garlic
- ●2 tbsp Paprika
- ●1 tsp Salt
- ●1 tsp Black Pepper
- ●250 ml Red Wine
- ●2 tbsp Tomato Paste
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Sear the pork shoulder until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the pork and set aside.
- 4
Add the onion, carrot, and celery to the pot and cook until the vegetables are tender, about 10 minutes.
- 5
Add the garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper to the pot and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the red wine to the pot and stir to deglaze, scraping up any browned bits.
- 7
Return the pork to the pot and add the tomato paste.
- 8
Bring the stew to a boil, then cover the pot and transfer it to the oven.
- 9
Bake the stew at 150°C (300°F) for 2 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
- 10
Serve the stew hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.