Stewed potatoes with meat in a frying pan
8 servings
60 minutes
Braised potatoes with meat is a hearty and cozy dish deeply rooted in Russian cuisine. Its history spans centuries when simple ingredients—meat, potatoes, and vegetables—formed the basis of the peasant diet. This dish symbolizes home comfort and the warmth of family dinners. Tender meat infused with the aromas of onion, carrot, and garlic gains a rich flavor, while potatoes slowly braised in their own juices become soft and flavorful. Bay leaves add subtle spicy notes that enhance the harmony of flavors. It is a versatile treat that can be served as a standalone dish or accompanied by fresh vegetables and herbs. It is perfect for cold evenings, warming with its rich aroma and appetizing texture.
1
Prepare the necessary ingredients.
2
Wash the meat well under running water, dry it a little, cut it into medium-sized cubes, and place it in a pan. Pour 75 ml of sunflower oil over the meat and fry it uncovered over medium heat.
- Pork shoulder: 500 g
- Sunflower oil: 75 ml
3
Peel the onion and carrot, wash them well, cut into large sticks or cubes, and add to the pan with the slightly browned meat.
- Onion: 1 head
- Carrot: 150 g
4
Season the meat with onions and carrots in the pan to taste.
- Salt: to taste
5
Fry the meat in a pan without a lid with onions and carrots until golden brown.
6
Peel the potatoes, wash them well under running water, dry them a bit, cut into large sticks or cubes, and place them in the pan on the meat.
- Potato: 1 kg
7
Peel the garlic, wash it well under running water, slice it, and add it to the pan with the potatoes.
- Garlic: 1 clove
8
Salt the potatoes to taste.
- Salt: to taste
9
Mix the potatoes with the meat slightly and pour 1 cup of water into the pan.
- Water: 1 glass
10
Add 3 bay leaves to the potatoes and meat, cover the pan, and simmer on low heat for about 40-50 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Bay leaf: 3 pieces
11
Serve the potatoes hot.