Keto Bigus (Polish Hunter's Stew)

Warm up with a hearty bowl of Keto Bigus, a low-carb take on the traditional Polish Hunter's Stew. Bursting with rich, smoky flavors from tender pork shoulder, crispy bacon, and savory smoked sausage, this dish is a carnivore's dream. Braised with a tangy mix of sauerkraut and green cabbage, aromatic garlic, onions, juniper berries, and a hint of paprika, this stew is a comforting and keto-friendly masterpiece. Slow-cooked to perfection, it delivers a depth of flavor that intensifies over time, making it ideal for meal prepping or next-day leftovers. Perfectly suited for those on ketogenic or low-carb diets, this one-pot wonder is hearty, satisfying, and brimming with authentic Eastern European charm.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:180 mins

Total Time:210 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams Pork shoulder
• 250 grams Smoked sausage
• 150 grams Bacon
• 500 grams Sauerkraut
• 200 grams Green cabbage
• 1 large Onion
• 3 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 2 pieces Bay leaves
• 5 pieces Juniper berries
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Caraway seeds
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 cups Beef broth

Directions

Step 1

Cut the pork shoulder into bite-sized cubes. Slice the smoked sausage and bacon. Chop the onion and garlic. Slice the green cabbage.

Step 2

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork shoulder and brown on all sides, then remove and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and cook the bacon until crispy. Add the sliced sausage and cook for a couple of minutes to brown slightly.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes translucent.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, paprika, and caraway seeds, allowing them to cook for about 1 minute to release their flavors.

Step 6

Add the sauerkraut, green cabbage, bay leaves, juniper berries, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine all the ingredients.

Step 7

Return the browned pork shoulder to the pot. Pour in the beef broth, ensuring the meat and vegetables are mostly covered (add more broth or water if necessary).

Step 8

Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it cook slowly for about 3 hours, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. The stew is ready when the pork is tender and the flavors are well developed.

Step 10

Serve the Bigus hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2365.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3202.3

Total Fat 219.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 71.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.1g
Cholesterol 784.7mg	0%
Sodium 13129.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 74.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.9g	0%
Total Sugars 31.4g
Protein 221.9g	0%

Vitamin D 44IU	0%
Calcium 550.2mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 5251.7mg	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: 62.5%

Protein: 28.0%

Carbs: 9.5%