Bosnian pot stew (Bosanski lonac na starinski način)

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken can be lighter and more affordable than beef.

pork

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken

Turkey is leaner and often less expensive.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes provide more nutrients while yams are often cheaper.

cabbage

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale offers more vitamins and is often available at lower prices.

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

Add chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

Add cubed beef and pork, browning on all sides for about 10 minutes.

Incorporate chopped carrots, bell peppers, and potatoes into the pot.

Pour in enough water to cover the ingredients, about 4-6 cups.

Season with bay leaves, black pepper, and salt to taste.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until meats are tender.

Add chopped cabbage and diced tomatoes in the last 30 minutes of cooking.

Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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