Ingredients for Croatian Cabbage Stew Prisiljeno Zelje
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How to Make Croatian Cabbage Stew Prisiljeno Zelje
- Thinly slice the cabbage into 5mm wide by 2-5cm long strips.
- In a large pot, bring 2 cups of water and 2 tablespoons of white vinegar to a boil. Add the cabbage and cook for 3 minutes.
- While the cabbage cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of pork fat (or vegetable oil) in a separate pan over medium heat. Add the sliced bacon and cook until crispy and transparent.
- Stir in 2 tablespoons of flour and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring constantly, until lightly browned.
- Pour in 1/2 cup of tomato juice and stir well to combine.
- Carefully remove the blanched cabbage from the pot using a slotted spoon. Discard the vinegar water.
- Add the cooked bacon mixture and the blanched cabbage to the pot.
- Stir in 1 teaspoon of caraway seeds, salt, and pepper to taste.
- Cover the pot and simmer for approximately 30 minutes, or until the cabbage is tender.
- Serve hot as a delicious side dish with sausages, pork chops, roasted meats, or mashed potatoes. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
6 g
Sugar
23g
Fat
10g
Carbs
3g
