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Bigos, often referred to as “hunter’s stew,” is one of the most iconic and cherished dishes in Polish cuisine.

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Bigos, often referred to as “hunter’s stew,” is one of the most iconic and cherished dishes in Polish cuisine. This hearty and flavorful meal has a rich history, dating back centuries, and remains a symbol of Polish culinary tradition. Known for its complexity and depth of flavor, bigos is a true comfort food, particularly enjoyed during the colder months.

The foundation of bigos is a combination of sauerkraut (kapusta kiszona) and fresh cabbage, which are simmered together to create a balanced, tangy base. To this, an assortment of meats is added, typically including pork, sausage, and sometimes beef or game meat, reflecting its origins as a hunter’s dish. The meat is browned to enhance its flavor before being incorporated into the stew.

The dish is further enriched with ingredients like dried mushrooms, onions, and prunes, which add layers of earthiness and sweetness. Tomato paste, spices such as bay leaves and allspice, and sometimes a splash of red wine or beer elevate the dish’s complexity. Bigos is slow-cooked for hours, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.

Traditionally served with crusty bread or potatoes, bigos is a dish that brings people together, celebrating the warmth and richness of Polish culture. Smacznego!

Bigos, zwany także „kapustą po myśliwsku,” to jedno z najbardziej rozpoznawalnych i cenionych dań kuchni polskiej. Jego historia sięga wieków, a samo danie uchodzi za symbol tradycji i domowego ciepła. Bigos to potrawa, która doskonale łączy różnorodne smaki w jednym garnku, oferując bogactwo aromatów i głębię smaku.

Głównymi składnikami bigosu są kapusta kiszona oraz świeża biała kapusta. To połączenie nadaje daniu charakterystycznej kwasowości, która stanowi jego podstawę smakową. Do kapusty dodaje się mieszankę mięs, takich jak wieprzowina, wołowina, wędzone kiełbasy czy dziczyzna, które wcześniej są podsmażane, aby uzyskały bogaty aromat.

Aby wzbogacić smak, do bigosu dodaje się suszone grzyby, śliwki, cebulę oraz przyprawy, takie jak liść laurowy, ziele angielskie i pieprz. Niektóre przepisy uwzględniają również dodatek wina lub piwa, które nadają potrawie wyjątkowej głębi. Bigos gotuje się długo, co pozwala wszystkim składnikom idealnie się połączyć i stworzyć niepowtarzalny smak.

Bigos najlepiej smakuje po kilku dniach, gdy smaki się „przegryzą.” Podawany z chlebem lub ziemniakami, jest nie tylko sycącym posiłkiem, ale i kulinarnym symbolem polskiej tradycji. Smacznego!

All our food is cooked fresh in our kitchen in the heart of Hurghada using the freshest ingredients and then blast frozen to ensure our food reaches you in the best possible condition.

All food can be ordered on the website and either collected from our kitchen in Dahar Hurghada Egypt during our collection times or from our Bistro in the centre of Fayrous opposite la Boutique Hotel during opening hours.

Our Bistro will also be serving a wide range of hot and cold food to eat in or to takeaway as well as a selection of hot and cold drinks. The bistro will also sell a wide range of homemade Sauces, Dips and Snacks. CLICK HERE to view the Bistro’s opening hours and for more information.

Important

All of our food is cooked in a commercial kitchen that handles all food types and thus we cannot guarantee that our food is free from allergens.

Our food may contain amongst other things  Eggs, Milk, Mustard, Peanuts, Crustaceans and Molluscs, Fish, Sesame Seeds, Soy, Nuts.

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