Romanian Pork Stew
Tocană de porc is a hearty and aromatic traditional Romanian dish made from pieces of pork slowly cooked with onion, garlic, tomatoes, and wine until tender and coated in a rich sauce. It is one of the staple dishes of traditional Romanian cooking, served with warm polenta or bread.
Servings
4
Prep
20 min
Cook
90 min
Total
110 min
🥘Ingredients
servings
Meat and base
Finishing
✅Dietary Compatibility
Yield
approx. 4 servings
📦Storage
Refrigerator
Up to 4 days in a sealed container — the flavor improves the next day
Freezer
Up to 3 months — thaw in the refrigerator, reheat on low heat
🥗Nutrition Facts
Values per serving (approx. 300 g meat with sauce)
Calories
420 kcal
Protein
32 g
Fat
26 g
Carbohydrates
12 g
Fiber
2 g
🍷Pairs Well With
💡Variations
Add 200 g sliced mushrooms in the last 20 minutes for a richer sauce.
Replace red wine with dry white wine and add a few black olives for a more Mediterranean version.
Add 2 red bell peppers cut into strips along with the onion for a sweeter and more colorful stew.