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Cabbage with Pork

Cultural Context

Cabbage with Pork, a staple in Eastern European cuisine, reflects the region's agricultural roots and the importance of hearty, sustaining meals during cold winters. Traditionally enjoyed in homes, this dish brings families together around the table, celebrating simple yet flavorful ingredients. Today, variations abound, with different meats and spices, making it a beloved comfort food across the globe.

Eastern EuropeanPLmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb pork shoulder
4 slices bacon
1 medium head cabbage
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 cups hot water
1 teaspoon red pepper
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon savory
2 medium tomatoes
1 cup cooked rice
1/4 cup parsley
2 hot peppers
3 cloves garlic

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Chicken thighs reduce fat while maintaining flavor.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth is lighter and can be made from scraps.

1

Cut the pork into pieces and fry it completely in a little fat.

2

Finely chop the cabbage and stew it until soft with a cup of oil and a cup of hot water.

3

Add red pepper, black pepper, and savory to taste; stir and pour one teaspoon hot water, then return to a boil for about 10 minutes.

4

Add fleshy and juicy garden tomatoes, then add the rice and fry it while stirring.

5

Simmer for about 30 minutes, then transfer the dish to a pan and bake in the oven until it stays on the fat.

6

When serving, sprinkle with fresh parsley and offer hot peppers or fresh garlic.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifewooden spoon

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

pescatarian

Also Known As

Cabbage and Pork StewPork and Cabbage Stir-Fry

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