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Slow-Cooked Slovenian Jota

A comforting and richly flavored Slovenian stew with sauerkraut, beans, and pork, cooked slowly to enhance the flavors.

90 minutes4 servings
Slow-Cooked Slovenian Jota
Photo: young shanahan from Bratislava, Slovakia · CC BY 2.0

Ingredients

Method

  1. In a large pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
  2. Add the pork belly and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, sauté the onion and garlic until fragrant.
  4. Add the sauerkraut and juniper berries, cooking for 5 minutes.
  5. Return the pork to the pot, along with the white beans.
  6. Add 2 cups of water or broth, bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours.
  7. Season with salt and pepper, and let rest for 10 minutes before serving.
  8. 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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