Pickelsteinerfest Stew

Transport your taste buds to the heart of Bavaria with Pickelsteinerfest Stew, a comforting one-pot wonder brimming with rich, hearty flavors. This traditional German stew layers succulent beef chuck, tender pork shoulder, and vibrant vegetables like potatoes, carrots, leeks, and finely shredded cabbage, slow-cooked to perfection in a savory beef broth infused with garlic, onion, and bay leaves. Its unique layering technique ensures that every spoonful is a harmonious medley of melt-in-your-mouth meat and perfectly tender, flavorful vegetables. Perfect for cozy gatherings, this rustic dish is best served piping hot with a side of crusty bread to soak up the nourishing broth. With its homey appeal and irresistible warmth, this authentic Pickelsteinerfest Stew is a must-try for stew lovers and fans of heartwarming German cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:120 mins

Total Time:145 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 g Beef chuck, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 500 g Pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 600 g Potatoes, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
• 250 g Carrots, peeled and cut into thin rounds
• 2 Leeks, cleaned and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
• 500 g White cabbage, finely shredded
• 1 Onion, thinly sliced
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 750 ml Beef broth
• 2 Bay leaves
• 2 tbsp Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
• 2 tbsp Butter or lard

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and melt the butter or lard.

Step 2

Season the beef and pork cubes with salt and black pepper, then brown them in batches until well-seared on all sides. Remove the meat and set aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the sliced onion and minced garlic. Cook for 5 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Step 4

Layer the browned beef and pork at the bottom of the pot. Follow with a layer of potatoes, then carrots, leeks, and finally the white cabbage. Sprinkle parsley, salt, and black pepper between the layers.

Step 5

Pour the beef broth over the layered ingredients. Add the bay leaves on top. Ensure the liquid almost covers the vegetables; if not, add a little water.

Step 6

Cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid and bring it to a gentle simmer over low heat. Cook for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally and checking the liquid levels.

Step 7

Once the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through, remove the bay leaves and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Serve hot in bowls with crusty bread on the side for a complete meal. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3428.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3571.6

Total Fat 227.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 90.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 786.1mg	0%
Sodium 6124.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 187.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.2g	0%
Total Sugars 43.6g
Protein 213.8g	0%

Vitamin D 17.0IU	0%
Calcium 624.9mg	0%
Iron 31.4mg	0%
Potassium 7993.4mg	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: 56.0%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 20.6%