How to make Polish Style Goulash Pork Stew

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken thighs reduce fat while pork loin is more affordable.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme fraiche

Greek yogurt lowers calories and adds creaminess.

beef broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth is lighter and water with bouillon is economical.

caraway seeds

🥗Healthier: fennel seeds

💰Cheaper: cumin

Fennel seeds provide a similar flavor profile.

Cut pork shoulder into pieces and season with salt and black pepper.

Chop onion, garlic, celery, carrots, bell pepper, and mushrooms.

In a bowl, coat the pork pieces with flour to lock in moisture and thicken the sauce.

Sauté chopped mushrooms in a pan until they release water, then add butter for flavor.

Sear the pork in olive oil until browned on all sides.

Add boiling water to the pot and simmer for about two hours.

After an hour, add carrots, garlic, and other vegetables to the pot.

Cover and continue to simmer for another hour.

Taste and adjust seasoning with salt, black pepper, and chili powder.

Stir in tomato paste and heavy whipping cream for a creamy sauce.

Add potato starch to thicken the sauce, mixing well to avoid clumps.

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