World cuisine Slovenian style - Skuhna, Slovenia (Mirovni inštitut)

beef

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner, while pork is often less expensive.

potatoes

🥗Healthier: sweet potatoes

💰Cheaper: yams

Sweet potatoes offer more nutrients, while yams can be cheaper.

vinegar

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Lemon juice adds acidity with fewer calories.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds depth without significant cost.

Heat 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 an additional minute until fragrant.

Add cubed beef and brown on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Sprinkle in paprika and stir to coat the meat evenly.

Pour in water to cover the meat and bring to a simmer.

Add bay leaves, peppercorns, and thyme to the pot.

Cover and reduce heat to low, cooking for 1.5-2 hours until beef is tender.

Incorporate diced potatoes, carrots, and celery into the stew.

Continue cooking for an additional 30-40 minutes until vegetables are tender.

Season with salt and vinegar to taste before serving.

Garnish with chopped parsley for freshness.

Cooking Techniques

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