ReceptnaptárKupus sa mesom (braised cabbage with pork)
Kupus sa mesom is a hearty everyday dish from Serbia: white cabbage, pork shoulder, pepper and tomato, braised slowly until the cabbage turns sweet and tender. It is related to Hungarian káposztás hús, but made with fresh cabbage, so it is milder and sweeter. It comes to the table with bread and is even better the next day.
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Ingredients
Method
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- Soften the onion in the oil, add the meat and fry for 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle with paprika, add the tomatoes, bay leaves and 200 ml water, season and braise covered for 25 minutes.
- Add the cabbage (gradually as it wilts if it doesn't fit) and braise for another 30 minutes, stirring now and then.
- Season with pepper and salt as needed; most of the liquid should cook away.
- Serve with bread; it keeps 4 days in a box; reheat covered in the microwave for 2-3 minutes, stirring halfway.
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Tips
- Braise the meat until half tender first, because the cabbage cooks faster and must not be overcooked.
- Add the cabbage to the pot in stages, because it collapses a great deal while braising.
- Let the liquid cook away almost completely at the end, because that makes the dish thick and flavourful.
Frequently asked questions
Can it be made with sauerkraut?
Yes, that is the winter version, which is tangier and stronger in flavour. Go carefully with the salt then, and a little sugar may come in handy.
What goes with it?
Fresh bread or boiled potatoes, and a spoonful of sour cream. The cabbage is filling in itself, so a simple side is enough.
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