Polish Hunter’s Stew (Bigos)
April 23, 2025
Bigos is a traditional Polish hunter's stew, known for its hearty combination of wild mushrooms and tomato-sauerkraut base. This stew is originally made with game meats like venison or wild boar, but this version uses kielbasa, which is a bit easier to obtain!
- Prep: 10 mins
- Cook: 30 mins
- Yields: 4 Servings
Directions
1In a 12-inch skillet heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add kielbasa and cook until browned. Remove kielbasa from skillet; set aside.
2 Add mushrooms, onion, and ½ teaspoon salt to remaining hot oil in skillet. Cook, stirring frequently, until vegetables are well-browned, 8 to 10 minutes.
3 Add tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly, until paste begins to darken, 1 minute. Add the water, stirring to scrape up browned bits on bottom of skillet.
4 Return kielbasa to skillet. Stir in sauerkraut and ground black pepper. Reduce heat to low. Cover; simmer 15 minutes to meld flavors, stirring occasionally. If you like, top with fresh dill.
Recipe adapted from BHG, December 2023.
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