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Eastern European · Romania

Classic Cicvara

A traditional Eastern European dish of meat and vegetable stew, typically made with pork and root vegetables.

45 minutes4 servings
Classic Cicvara
Photo: Ivana Sokolović · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. Cut pork into cubes and brown in a pan with oil.
  2. Add chopped onion, garlic, and carrots, and cook until softened.
  3. Add potatoes and water, then season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  4. Simmer for 30 minutes until tender.
  5. Serve warm.
  6. For whole cuts, check a minimum internal temperature of 63°C (145°F), then rest for at least 3 minutes before serving.

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