Vegan Bigos - Polish Hunters Stew
Today you'll learn how to make Vegan Bigos, the Polish hunter's stew using Shiitake mushrooms
Ingredients
- 2 handfuls chopped Sweetheart cabbage or alternative shredded
- 2 handfuls Oyster mushrooms pulled / ripped apart
- 2 handfuls shiitake mushrooms (fresh) thin sliced
- 400 Grams Sauerkraut
- 1 medium red onion diced
- 3 teaspoons tomato puree concentrate
- 2 bay leaf
- pinch pink salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
Instructions
- In a pan, heat a teaspoon of coconut oil
- Add in the cabbage until slightly softened
- add in the pink salt to release the moisture
- add in the bayleafs and stir
- set pan aside and prepare a fresh pan to cook the mushrooms in
- Pull the oyster mushrooms into ripped strips
- add in coconut oil to the new pan
- Fry the onions until golden brown
- Add in the mushrooms and fry until soft
- add salt to bring out the moisture
- Going back to the original pan with the cabbage, add in the sauerkraut and stir
- once the cabbage and sauerkraut is soft, add in the mushroom and onions and mix well
- Once all combined, add in the tomato puree and mix until all is covered.
- Final step... Toast up some brown bread and serve with the Bigos on top!
Video
Notes
Hello and Welcome To Uncle Lou's Kitchen today we'll be showing you how to make the classic dish from Poland called Bigos (Hunter's Stew) with super special guest Daria Shiels - Nutritionist and wellbeing coach from Alchemical Kitchen.
Bigos, also known as Polish hunter's stew, is a traditional dish from Poland that can easily be adapted to a vegan version.
This hearty and flavorful stew is made from a variety of ingredients, including cabbage, mushrooms, sauerkraut, and various vegetables and spices.
To make a vegan version of bigos, traditional meat ingredients such as sausage and pork can be substituted with plant-based alternatives. The vegetables used in the stew can also be adjusted to your liking, allowing for a personalized and unique version of this dish. Bigos is typically slow-cooked, allowing the flavors to develop and meld together, resulting in a rich and savory stew.
It is often served with crusty bread or boiled potatoes, making it a filling and satisfying meal. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or just looking to try something new, vegan bigos is a delicious and nutritious option. With its flavorful combination of vegetables and spices, this stew is sure to warm you up on even the coldest of days.
So, if you're looking for a tasty and vegan-friendly take on a classic Polish dish, give bigos a try!
I hope you enjoy this recipe and watch in full, you will learn so much and I really recommend you check out Daria's channel with great educational content on her recipes. Enjoy. You can find Daria on: www.youtube.com/user/DariaShiels Instagram @daria_shiels www.facebook.com/dariashielshealth