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Shabbat Cholent

Cultural Context

Cholent is a traditional Jewish stew that originated in Eastern Europe, designed to be cooked slowly over Shabbat. It symbolizes family unity and the importance of the Sabbath, where cooking is prohibited. Each family often has its own unique recipe, passed down through generations, leading to various regional adaptations. Today, cholent is enjoyed by many, transcending cultural boundaries and becoming a beloved comfort food.

JewishILmain
720 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
1 cup barley
overnight soaked beans
1 onion
1 kilogram meat
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons paprika

beef

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: chicken

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: pork

Chicken is leaner and more affordable than beef.

barley

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: quinoa

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: rice

Quinoa is nutritious while rice is more economical.

fat

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: olive oil

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: butter

Olive oil is healthier, but butter is often cheaper.

beans

๐Ÿฅ—Healthier: lentils

๐Ÿ’ฐCheaper: canned beans

Lentils are high in protein, while canned beans save time.

1

Prepare a list of things to make, including cholent.

2

Soak beans overnight to soften them.

3

Preheat the oven to the highest temperature for at least 30 minutes.

4

Add 1 cup of barley to the pot.

5

Add the overnight soaked beans to the pot.

6

Chop and add 1 onion to the pot.

7

Add about 1 kilogram of meat to the pot.

8

Season with 2 teaspoons of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 2 teaspoons of paprika.

9

Prepare hot water for serving with tea later.

Cooking Techniques

soakinglayeringbraising

Equipment Needed

ovenpot

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

ChulentCholent

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