Polish bigos
Description
The recipe won't take much time. I'm eager to share it with you. Serve hot.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Cut the smoked bacon into small pieces. I'd like to point out right away that you can use absolutely any meat delicacies you have on hand.
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Step 2
2. Prepare a large skillet with high sides or another heavy-bottomed pot, such as a cauldron. Add the bacon and fry until golden brown.
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Step 3
3. While the bacon is frying, peel and chop the onion and carrot. Add the vegetables to the pan.
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Step 4
4. Add the sauerkraut. Gently mix and simmer over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes.
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Step 5
5. Shred the cabbage and salt it. If it's not very young, knead it well with your hands until the cabbage releases its juice.
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Step 6
6. Place the fresh cabbage into the frying pan or cauldron.
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Step 7
7. In a separate skillet, sear the meat cut into small pieces until a golden crust forms.
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Step 8
8. Prepare the spices: mix salt, sugar, ground black and red pepper, cumin, coriander, and other spices to taste.
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Step 9
9. Place the meat on the vegetables.
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Step 10
10. Add the spices and mix everything thoroughly.
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Step 11
11. Dilute the tomato paste with a small amount of water and add it to the pot. Mix once more and let it simmer over medium heat, covered, for 25–35 minutes.
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Step 12
12. Then add prunes.
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Step 13
13. Prepare the meat delicacies you have in your refrigerator.
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Step 14
14. Add them to the rest of the ingredients. Mix everything and continue simmering for about another hour.
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Step 15
15. Before serving, add garlic pressed through a garlic press. Very filling, aromatic, and delicious.