Hunter's Stew

Warm, hearty, and packed with bold flavors, Hunter's Stew is a rustic, slow-cooked classic that brings together tender beef, succulent pork shoulder, and smoky kielbasa in a deeply savory broth. Enhanced with hearty vegetables like potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and cabbage, and punctuated by the tangy kick of sauerkraut and aromatic spices like paprika and thyme, this one-pot wonder is the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or a make-ahead meal, this stew simmers to perfection in a Dutch oven, filling your kitchen with an irresistible aroma. Serve it with crusty bread or ladled over noodles for a filling, soul-satisfying meal that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound beef stew meat
• 1 pound pork shoulder
• 12 ounces smoked kielbasa sausage
• 1 large yellow onion
• 3 medium carrots
• 4 medium potatoes
• 8 ounces button mushrooms
• 0.5 head cabbage
• 3 pieces garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup sauerkraut
• 2 pieces bay leaf
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 to taste salt
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Cut the beef stew meat and pork shoulder into 1-inch cubes. Slice the kielbasa sausage into 1/4-inch thick rounds.

Step 2

Dice the yellow onion, peel and chop the carrots into bite-sized pieces, and cut the potatoes into chunks. Slice the mushrooms and shred the cabbage.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Sear the beef and pork shoulder in batches until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.

Step 4

In the same pot, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil and sauté the onion until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for another 2 minutes to deepen the flavors.

Step 6

Return the seared meat to the pot, then add the sliced kielbasa, carrots, potatoes, mushrooms, shredded cabbage, sauerkraut, and bay leaves.

Step 7

Pour in the beef broth, ensuring the ingredients are submerged. Stir in the paprika, thyme, black pepper, and salt to taste.

Step 8

Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Remove and discard bay leaves before serving.

Step 10

Garnish with fresh parsley and serve the Hunter's Stew hot with crusty bread or over cooked noodles for a complete, comforting meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4077.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4338.0

Total Fat 226.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 77.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.6g
Cholesterol 974.2mg	0%
Sodium 10223.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 254.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.4g	0%
Total Sugars 50.5g
Protein 306.3g	0%

Vitamin D 5.6IU	0%
Calcium 763.1mg	0%
Iron 36.7mg	0%
Potassium 11357.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 47.6%

Protein: 28.6%

Carbs: 23.8%