Savoury delight: Easy oyster mushroom stew for dinner

There's nothing better than a fragrant, homemade stew that impresses with its taste and fills you up. If you're looking for a recipe that will impress your family and doesn't take too long, oyster mushroom stew is the ideal option. The dish acquires a distinctive character thanks to the tender pork and mushrooms with deep flavour. Adding smoked paprika enhances the mushroom-meat aroma, and simmering on low heat makes the meat tender and juicy. Served with groats or potatoes, it will surely disappear from the plates.

Preparing this dish is extremely simple and doesn't require much culinary experience. The key to success is slow simmering, which melts the ingredients together, creating a rich flavour.

Ingredients:

• 500 grams of pork neck or shoulder,
• 200 grams of oyster mushrooms,
• 1 medium onion,
• 4 cloves of garlic,
• 1 teaspoon of sweet paprika,
• ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika,
• 1 tablespoon of cornstarch,
• 250 millilitres of broth (chicken or vegetable),
• 2 tablespoons of oil for frying,
• salt and pepper to taste.

Preparation:

1. Prepare the meat: Trim excess fat from the meat and cut it into even cubes. Heat oil in a pan, add the meat, and fry over medium heat until browned.
2. Add vegetables: Chop the onion finely, and press the garlic through a garlic press. Add them to the meat and fry for a few minutes until softened. Add both sweet and smoked paprika and mix well to coat all ingredients with spices.
3. Process the oyster mushrooms: Clean the oyster mushrooms, trim woody ends, and slice into strips. Add them to the pan with the meat and fry for about 10 minutes until the mushrooms are soft and absorb the spice flavours.
4. Simmer: Dissolve the cornstarch in the cup of broth, mixing thoroughly to avoid lumps. Pour the broth into the pan, reduce the heat, cover the dish with a lid, and simmer for about 40–50 minutes until the meat is tender.
5. Season: Finally, season the stew with salt and pepper to taste. If the sauce seems too thick, you can add a little water or broth.

Oyster mushroom stew tastes great served with:

• Buckwheat: This classic combination will appeal to many people.
• Potatoes: Mashed or roasted potatoes are an excellent accompaniment to the stew.
• Dumplings: Silesian dumplings or potato dumplings are also a great option.
• Various types of salads: Cabbage, carrot, or beet salad will add freshness to the dish.

Oyster mushroom stew is a simple and tasty dish that you'll surely enjoy. Try this recipe and see for yourself how much pleasure cooking can bring!