Vegan Bigus (Polish Hunter's Stew)

Discover the hearty and flavorful world of Polish cuisine with this Vegan Bigus, a plant-based twist on the traditional hunter’s stew. This comforting dish features a medley of shredded green cabbage, earthy mushrooms, tender carrots, tangy sauerkraut, and smoky tofu, all simmered to perfection in a rich, spiced broth. Infused with bold flavors from paprika, caraway seeds, and allspice berries, this stew delivers a vibrant, warming depth that's perfect for cozy meals. Ready in just over an hour, it’s ideal for meal prep or a satisfying family dinner. Serve it steaming hot with fresh bread and a sprinkle of dill for a truly authentic culinary experience. Vegan-friendly, one-pot, and packed with nutritious ingredients, this recipe is a must-try for fans of Polish comfort food looking for a wholesome, meat-free option.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, diced onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 2 medium, sliced carrot
• 0.5 head, shredded green cabbage
• 250 grams, sliced mushrooms
• 200 grams, diced smoked tofu
• 400 grams, drained sauerkraut
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 500 milliliters vegetable broth
• 2 bay leaf
• 5 allspice berries
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh dill
• 4 slices, to serve fresh bread

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the sliced carrots, shredded cabbage, and mushrooms to the pot. Cook for about 8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables start to soften.

Step 5

Add the diced smoked tofu to the pot and mix well.

Step 6

Incorporate the drained sauerkraut and tomato paste into the vegetable-tofu mixture, stirring to coat evenly.

Step 7

Pour in the vegetable broth and add the bay leaves, allspice berries, paprika, caraway seeds, salt, and black pepper.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. Let it simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Taste the stew and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Remove the bay leaves and allspice berries before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh dill.

Step 12

Serve hot with slices of fresh bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1957.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1509.8

Total Fat 68.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 10.1g
Cholesterol 16mg	0%
Sodium 7579.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 184.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 42.4g	0%
Total Sugars 50.9g
Protein 56.8g	0%

Vitamin D 16IU	0%
Calcium 1015.6mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 4494.2mg	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: 38.8%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 46.8%