“ΑΦΕΛΙΑ” FRIED PORK IN RED WINE WITH POTATOES - STAVROS' KITCHEN - GREEK & CYPRIOT CUISINE

red wine

🥗Healthier: red grape juice

💰Cheaper: white wine

Red grape juice provides sweetness without alcohol.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Chicken thighs are leaner and more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is less expensive while still offering a neutral flavor.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients while yams are often cheaper.

Cut pork into cubes and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.

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

Add pork cubes and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Remove pork and set aside; add chopped onions and garlic to the skillet.

Sauté onions and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Return pork to the skillet and pour in red wine, stirring to combine.

Add cinnamon sticks, bay leaves, and oregano; bring to a simmer.

Cover and cook on low heat for 1-1.5 hours until pork is tender.

Meanwhile, peel and cut potatoes into wedges.

In a separate pot, boil potatoes until fork-tender, about 10-15 minutes.

Drain potatoes and add them to the skillet with the pork.

Cook uncovered for an additional 15-20 minutes, allowing sauce to thicken.

Finish with a squeeze of lemon juice and chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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