Wild Slovakian Pork Stew
A hearty Slovakian-inspired stew made with tender pork and a blend of wild, savory flavors. Perfect for a cold winter's night.
Ingredients
- ●1 lb pork shouldercut into 1-inch cubes
- ●2 cups wild mushroomssuch as chanterelle or cremini
- ●2 medium onionschopped
- ●3 cloves garlicminced
- ●1 tsp caraway seedsground
- ●1 tsp allspiceground
- ●1 tsp saltpreferably sea salt
- ●1 tsp black pepperfreshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Heat oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- 2
Brown the pork cubes on all sides, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.
- 4
Add the chopped onions to the pot and cook until they start to caramelize, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- 6
Add the ground caraway seeds and allspice and cook for 1 minute.
- 7
Add the browned pork back to the pot, along with the wild mushrooms.
- 8
Add 1 cup of stock to the pot and bring to a boil.
- 9
Reduce the heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours, or until the pork is tender.
- 10
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 11
Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley if desired.