Serbian Gjuwetsch a One Pot Dinner

Warm your kitchen and your soul with Serbian Gjuwetsch, a hearty one-pot dinner that delivers maximum flavor with minimal cleanup. Featuring tender bites of pork shoulder and beef chuck, this rustic dish is simmered to perfection with a medley of fresh vegetables, including red bell peppers, ripe tomatoes, and chunky potatoes. The addition of aromatic spices like paprika and bay leaves, along with a hearty handful of rice, creates a satisfying and well-balanced meal that’s perfect for cozy evenings. Slow-cooked in a single pot, this traditional Serbian comfort food is brimming with rich, savory flavors and is best served hot with a side of crusty bread. Easy to prepare yet deeply flavorful, Serbian Gjuwetsch is an ideal recipe for feeding a crowd or enjoying as leftovers throughout the week.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:115 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 500 grams pork shoulder
• 500 grams beef chuck
• 2 large onion
• 4 pieces garlic cloves
• 2 medium red bell pepper
• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 2 medium carrot
• 3 medium potatoes
• 100 grams uncooked rice
• 750 milliliters vegetable broth
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 pieces bay leaves
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Cut the pork shoulder and beef chuck into bite-sized cubes.

Step 2

Dice the onion and mince the garlic. Slice the red bell peppers, peel and chop the carrots and potatoes into small chunks. Peel and dice the tomatoes.

Step 3

In a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the cubed meats to the pot and sear them until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the meat and set aside.

Step 5

In the same pot, add the diced onion and garlic. Sauté until translucent and fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Step 6

Add the red bell peppers, carrots, and potatoes to the pot. Stir well and cook for another 5 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the diced tomatoes, paprika, ground black pepper, and salt. Cook for 3-4 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.

Step 8

Return the seared meat to the pot and add the bay leaves. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 9

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it cook for 50 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 10

After 50 minutes, add the uncooked rice to the pot. Stir well and continue cooking for another 20-25 minutes, or until the rice is tender and has absorbed the flavors.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.

Step 12

Remove the pot from heat and discard the bay leaves. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 13

Serve hot and enjoy this hearty Serbian Gjuwetsch with crusty bread or as is.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3774.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4188.8

Total Fat 180.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 57.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.2g
Cholesterol 901.2mg	0%
Sodium 7754.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 345.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 48.3g	0%
Total Sugars 63.3g
Protein 300.3g	0%

Vitamin D 20IU	0%
Calcium 629.2mg	0%
Iron 39.6mg	0%
Potassium 10900.7mg	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: 38.5%

Protein: 28.6%

Carbs: 32.9%