Authentic Pichelsteiner Eintopf (Bavarian Stew)
A hearty and flavorful Bavarian stew loaded with tender meats and vegetables. Perfect comfort food for any season!
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 400kcal
Equipment
- Large Dutch Oven or Heavy-Bottomed Pot
- Cutting board
- Knife
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb beef stew meat cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 lb pork shoulder cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 lb lamb shoulder cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 large onions sliced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 3 medium potatoes peeled and diced
- 2 medium carrots peeled and sliced
- 1 small celery root peeled and diced
- 1/2 head green cabbage cored and chopped
- 1 large leek washed and sliced
- 2 bay leaves
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Brown the Meats: Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add beef, pork, and lamb cubes in batches, browning them on all sides. Remove and set aside.1 lb beef stew meat, 1 lb pork shoulder, 1/2 lb lamb shoulder, 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Sauté the Onions: In the same pot, add sliced onions. Sauté until softened and slightly golden.2 large onions
- Layer Ingredients: Return the browned meats to the pot. Layer the diced potatoes, carrots, celery root, cabbage, and leeks over the meat.3 medium potatoes, 2 medium carrots, 1 small celery root, 1/2 head green cabbage, 1 large leek
- Add Broth and Seasonings: Pour in the beef broth to cover the ingredients. Add bay leaves. Season with salt and pepper to taste.4 cups beef broth, 2 bay leaves, Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for about 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the meats are tender and the flavors have melded.
- Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if necessary.
- Serve: Ladle into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and enjoy!2 tbsp fresh parsley
Notes
- Storage: Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop over low heat.
- Variations: Feel free to add other vegetables like peas or green beans.
- Tip: This stew tastes even better the next day!
Nutrition
Calories: 400kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 1000mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 8000IU | Vitamin C: 50mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 5mg