Polish Stir Fry

Discover the bold, comforting flavors of Polish cuisine with this hearty Polish Stir Fry recipe! This one-pan dish combines smoky, savory kielbasa with tender baby potatoes, crisp cabbage, and a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables, including carrots, red bell peppers, and onions. Enhanced with aromatic garlic, paprika, and optional caraway seeds, this quick and easy stir fry is a celebration of rustic ingredients and robust seasoning. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a perfect weeknight dinner option that serves four and pairs beautifully with crusty bread for a satisfying Polish-inspired meal. Garnish with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color and flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 14 oz kielbasa (Polish smoked sausage)
• 2 cups white cabbage
• 1 medium carrot
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 large garlic cloves
• 2 cups baby potatoes
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon caraway seeds (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Slice the kielbasa into 1/4-inch rounds. Thinly shred the cabbage, julienne the carrot, and thinly slice the red bell pepper and onion. Mince the garlic cloves. Halve the baby potatoes.

Step 2

Bring a small pot of salted water to a boil. Add the halved baby potatoes and boil for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly tender but not fully cooked. Drain and set aside.

Step 3

In a large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of butter and 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced kielbasa and cook until browned on both sides, about 4-5 minutes. Remove the kielbasa from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and olive oil. Sauté the sliced onion for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add the garlic and caraway seeds (if using) to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the shredded cabbage, carrot, and bell pepper. Sprinkle with paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 7

Add the pre-cooked baby potatoes and browned kielbasa back into the skillet. Stir everything together and cook for an additional 5 minutes to heat through and allow the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving, if desired.

Step 9

Serve hot as a standalone meal or alongside crusty bread for a complete Polish-inspired dinner.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1369.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1910.1

Total Fat 136.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.4g
Cholesterol 252.6mg	0%
Sodium 4177.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.1g	0%
Total Sugars 19.4g
Protein 48.6g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 262.4mg	0%
Iron 8.8mg	0%
Potassium 3431.3mg	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: 64.1%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 25.8%