Grandma’s Shashlik Pot is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings together tender marinated meat, vegetables, and rich, savory broth. This traditional dish is made with layers of meat and vegetables cooked in a hearty pot, simmered until tender and full of flavor. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights, this dish offers a taste of home.
Recipe Overview
Servings: 6
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs pork or lamb, cubed (can also use beef)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 onions, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups tomato paste or tomato sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Meat
In a large bowl, combine pork, lamb, or beef with 1 tbsp olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat the meat. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor.
2. Brown the Meat
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the marinated meat and brown it on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Remove the meat from the pot and set it aside.
3. Sauté the Vegetables
In the same pot, add the onions and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add the potatoes, carrots, and bell pepper. Stir for another 2 minutes.
4. Add the Sauce and Broth
Stir in the tomato paste (or tomato sauce) and beef broth. Add the bay leaf, thyme, and more salt and pepper to taste. Return the browned meat to the pot and stir everything together.
5. Simmer
Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 1 ½ to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
6. Serve & Garnish
Remove the pot from heat and discard the bay leaf. Serve the shashlik pot hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve with crispy bread or rice to soak up the delicious broth.
- Pair with a side of sautéed greens or a simple salad for a balanced meal.
This Grandma’s Shashlik Pot recipe is a delightful, comforting dish that is perfect for cold evenings or gatherings with loved ones! It’s sure to warm both the body and the heart.
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Grandma’s Shashlik Pot – A Hearty, Flavorful Stew
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Description
Grandma’s Shashlik Pot is a comforting and flavorful dish that brings together tender marinated meat, vegetables, and rich, savory broth. This traditional dish is made with layers of meat and vegetables cooked in a hearty pot, simmered until tender and full of flavor. Perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights, this dish offers a taste of home.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs pork or lamb, cubed (can also use beef)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 onions, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cups tomato paste or tomato sauce
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 bay leaf
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Marinate the Meat
In a large bowl, combine pork, lamb, or beef with 1 tbsp olive oil, paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat the meat. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for deeper flavor.
2. Brown the Meat
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the marinated meat and brown it on all sides for about 5-7 minutes. Remove the meat from the pot and set it aside.
3. Sauté the Vegetables
In the same pot, add the onions and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add the potatoes, carrots, and bell pepper. Stir for another 2 minutes.
4. Add the Sauce and Broth
Stir in the tomato paste (or tomato sauce) and beef broth. Add the bay leaf, thyme, and more salt and pepper to taste. Return the browned meat to the pot and stir everything together.
5. Simmer
Bring the pot to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for about 1 ½ to 2 hours, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
6. Serve & Garnish
Remove the pot from heat and discard the bay leaf. Serve the shashlik pot hot, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
- Serve with crispy bread or rice to soak up the delicious broth.
- Pair with a side of sautéed greens or a simple salad for a balanced meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours