Meat stewed with dried apricots
4 servings
60 minutes
Meat stewed with dried apricots is a dish that combines the rich flavor of meat with the delicate sweetness of dried fruits. The origins of this recipe trace back to European culinary traditions, where the combination of meat products with fruits has long been part of gastronomic culture. Tender, aromatic meat soaked in tomato sauce and spices gains depth of flavor from the apricots, which add a subtle sweetness. Fried onions and carrots give the dish a light caramel note, while bay leaves and nutmeg complete the harmony of flavors. It is best served with fluffy rice that absorbs the rich sauce well. This exquisite and hearty dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a festive feast.
1
Cut the meat into flat pieces 1–1.5 cm thick and weighing 100–150 g. Tenderize the pieces.
2
In a saucepan or deep skillet with a thick bottom, heat the oil and fry the pieces of meat for 1-2 minutes on each side until browned. Season the meat with salt and transfer it to another dish.
- Vegetable oil: 100 ml
- Pork fillet: 1 kg
- Salt: to taste
3
In the same pan where the meat was fried, sauté the chopped onion until golden, then place the pieces of meat on top. Cut the carrot into thin strips or grate it coarsely and place it over the meat.
- Onion: 3 pieces
- Pork fillet: 1 kg
- Carrot: 4 pieces
4
Pour boiling water or hot broth into the saucepan, add tomato paste and simmer the meat covered for 1.5–2 hours. 15–20 minutes before it's done, add rinsed dried apricots and spices to taste.
- Meat broth: 1 glass
- Tomato paste: 1 tablespoon
- Dried apricots: 80 g
- Bay leaf: 1 piece
- Nutmeg: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
5
Place the meat with the sauce on a plate and serve immediately. Boiled fluffy rice makes an excellent side dish.