Pork with celery
4 servings
120 minutes
Pork with celery is a classic dish of Russian cuisine that combines the tenderness of meat with the aromatic freshness of vegetables. This treat is filled with depth of flavor: juicy pork slowly braises in sweet red wine with onions and celery, acquiring a rich and slightly caramel hue. Delicate notes of thyme and bay leaf add a special spiciness, while the finishing touch of Poshikhonsky cheese gives the dish a velvety texture. Historically, celery was not a main ingredient in Russian cuisine, but its refreshing taste fits harmoniously into the tradition of braised meat dishes. Pork with celery is perfect for family dinners or festive gatherings, delighting guests with its rich aroma and depth of flavor nuances.
1
Cut the pork into small pieces. Slice the onion into half rings. Clean the celery and chop it finely.
- Pork ham (leg): 1 kg
- Onion: 1 head
- Celery stalk: 1 kg
2
Heat olive oil in a saucepan. Add pork, fry, then add onion and celery. Add wine, cover, and continue to simmer for about an hour.
- Vegetable oil: 50 ml
- Pork ham (leg): 1 kg
- Onion: 1 head
- Celery stalk: 1 kg
- Sweet red wine: 200 ml
- Thyme: 2 pieces
- Bay leaf: 1 piece
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste