How to make Russian Meat Stew, Zharkoe Recipe - Жаркое из Свинины

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and pork is often less expensive than beef.

red wine

🥗Healthier: grape juice

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Grape juice adds sweetness without alcohol, while vinegar can provide acidity.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: turnips

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients, while turnips are often less expensive.

mushrooms

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: canned mushrooms

Zucchini is lower in calories, and canned mushrooms are budget-friendly.

Chop the onion, carrot, and potatoes into small cubes.

Cut the pork into strips.

In a separate pan, fry the pork until cooked.

Add the chopped vegetables to the pan and fry them together with the pork for a couple of minutes.

Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F).

Cover the baking dish with foil and bake in the oven for 40 minutes.

Check if the potatoes are done by poking them; if they break apart, they are ready.

Plate the dish and garnish with tomatoes and parsley.

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