How to Cook PAŠTICADA and GNOCCHI Recipe from CROATIA - Father and Son Cook the World

red wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic red wine

💰Cheaper: grape juice

Non-alcoholic options maintain flavor without alcohol.

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

prunes

🥗Healthier: dried figs

💰Cheaper: raisins

Figs provide similar sweetness and texture.

gnocchi

🥗Healthier: cauliflower gnocchi

💰Cheaper: potato dumplings

Cauliflower reduces carbs, while potato dumplings are budget-friendly.

Marinate beef in red wine and vinegar for several hours or overnight.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Sear marinated beef until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove beef and set aside; add chopped onions, garlic, carrots, and celery to the pot.

Sauté vegetables until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in tomato paste, bay leaves, nutmeg, and cinnamon; cook for 2 minutes.

Return beef to the pot and add enough water to cover.

Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook on low heat for 2-3 hours until beef is tender.

Add prunes and season with salt and black pepper; simmer for an additional 30 minutes.

Prepare gnocchi according to package instructions or make fresh.

Serve the pašticada over gnocchi, garnished with chopped parsley.

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