Jul 14 2026
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Romanian Stew Recipe

Inspired by Chanta
Time2h 30m
Serves6

Rustic and deeply comforting, this Romanian classic brings together slow-braised pork in a savory tangy feta cheese.

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Cooking Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Ingredients

    Start by cutting the pork shoulder into 1-inch cubes. Chop the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and carrots. Dice the tomatoes.

Cooking

  1. 2

    Sear the Pork

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork cubes and sear until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes. Remove the pork and set aside.

  2. 3

    Sauté the Vegetables

    In the same pot, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Sauté for 5 minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

  3. 4

    Add Remaining Ingredients

    Stir in the diced tomatoes, carrots, paprika, bay leaves, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Return the seared pork to the pot.

  4. 5

    Add Broth and Simmer

    Pour in the chicken broth to cover the ingredients. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, until the pork is tender.

  5. 6

    Add Feta Cheese

    After the pork has become tender, crumble the feta cheese into the stew. Stir to combine and let cook for an additional 10 minutes.

  6. 7

    Serve

    Remove from heat, taste, and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.

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