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Polish Dziczyzna, Wild Boar, Hunter's Style

Wild boar, marinated and braised low and slow in a rich juniper and red wine sauce.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Polish
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 390kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 lbs wild boar shoulder cubed
  • 1 cup dry red wine
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 2 carrots sliced
  • 10 juniper berries crushed
  • 3 bay leaves
  • 3 tbsp oil
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Combine boar, wine, onion, carrots, juniper, and bay leaves in a large bowl or bag. Marinate refrigerated at least 8 hours, ideally overnight.
  • Remove meat from the marinade, patting dry, and reserve the marinade.
  • Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Brown the boar in batches, 5–6 minutes per batch. Set aside.
  • Add the marinade vegetables to the pot and cook 5–6 minutes until softened.
  • Stir in tomato paste, then add the reserved marinade liquid and broth.
  • Return boar to the pot, bring to a simmer, and cover.
  • Braise 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes until fork-tender.
  • Season with salt and pepper and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 390kcal | Protein: 36g | Fat: 22g | Fiber: 1g
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