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Bean Stew with Smoked Pork Hock

Name: Bean Stew with Smoked Pork Hock
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 150 min
Total time: 3 h
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Romanian
Ingredients: 500 g dried beans; 1 smoked pork hock (1–1.5 kg); 2 large onions; 1 carrot; 1/2 small celery root; 1 bell pepper; 2–3 bay leaves; 2–3 tbsp tomato paste; 3–4 tbsp oil; salt and pepper to taste; 1 tsp sweet paprika (optional); 1 sprig thyme (optional); 1 bunch fresh parsley for serving

Bean stew with smoked pork hock is one of the most beloved Romanian traditional dishes, served at holidays or as a hearty main course. The beans are slowly cooked with vegetables and enriched with smoked pork hock for a deep flavor.

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Servings

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Prep

30 min

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Cook

150 min

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Total

3 h (+ 8-12 h bean soaking)

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✅Dietary Compatibility

🌾Gluten-free🥛Dairy-free🥩Low-carb / Keto💪High-protein

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Yield

2 kg bean stew with smoked hock (for 6 servings)

📦Storage

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Refrigerator

Keeps for 4-5 days refrigerated, flavor improves the next day.

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Freezer

Can be frozen for 4-5 months, thaw and reheat gradually.

🥗Nutrition Facts

Values per serving (approx. 350 g)

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Calories

150 kcal

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Protein

8 g

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Fat

10 g

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Carbohydrates

6 g

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Fiber

5 g

🍷Pairs Well With

🥂Assorted pickles and hot peppers

🥂Fresh red onion

🥂Dark bread or pretzels

🥂Dry red wine or beer

💡Variations

Vegetarian: skip hock, use liquid smoke for flavor.

With sausages: add smoked sausages for richer version.

Spicy: add hot peppers and smoked paprika for spicy taste.

🎪Events Celebrating This Dish

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