Vijfschaft Dutch Stew

Dive into the heart of Dutch comfort food with Vijfschaft Dutch Stew, a hearty one-pot meal packed with nourishing vegetables and smoky flavor. Made with tender potatoes, sweet carrots, aromatic leeks, earthy celeriac, and velvety onions, this traditional dish gets its soul-soothing essence from a rich vegetable stock. The addition of smoked sausage (Rookworst)—a hallmark of Dutch cuisine—elevates the stew with its robust, savory depth. A simple roux thickens the broth to perfection, giving it a luxuriously creamy texture without overpowering the natural flavors. Ready in just an hour, this rustic stew is both wholesome and satisfying, perfect for chilly evenings. Serve it piping hot, garnished with fresh parsley, for a dish as comforting as it is authentic. Keywords: Dutch stew recipe, Vijfschaft, smoked sausage, hearty one-pot meal, comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams potatoes
• 250 grams carrots
• 1 large onion
• 1 medium leek
• 200 grams celeriac
• 1 whole smoked sausage (Rookworst)
• 1 liter vegetable stock
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley

Directions

Step 1

Peel the potatoes, carrots, onion, and celeriac. Cut the potatoes and carrots into chunks, dice the onion, and chop the celeriac into small cubes.

Step 2

Trim the leek, remove any tough outer layers, and slice it into thin rings. Rinse under cold water to remove any dirt or grit.

Step 3

Heat 1 tablespoon of butter in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.

Step 4

Add the potatoes, carrots, leek, celeriac, and vegetable stock to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for 25–30 minutes or until the vegetables are tender.

Step 5

While the stew simmers, prepare the smoked sausage. If it's precooked, heat it in a separate pan of water or according to the package instructions. If it's raw, lightly pan-fry it until cooked through, then slice it into thick rounds.

Step 6

In a small saucepan, melt the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Whisk in the flour to create a roux and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly. Gradually add a ladle of the hot stew broth, whisking to avoid lumps. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until thickened, then stir this mixture back into the stew.

Step 7

Season the stew with salt and black pepper to taste. Stir well and let it simmer uncovered for a further 5 minutes.

Step 8

Serve the Vijfschaft Dutch Stew in bowls, topped with slices of smoked sausage and a garnish of chopped parsley for added freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2378.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1735.2

Total Fat 61.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 127.6mg	0%
Sodium 6238.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 251.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.7g	0%
Total Sugars 50.0g
Protein 55.9g	0%

Vitamin D 4.5IU	0%
Calcium 524.6mg	0%
Iron 16.9mg	0%
Potassium 6675.1mg	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: 31.1%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 56.4%