Jota

Ingredients12

• White beans (dried)250 g
• Smoked pork shoulder200 g
• Smoked bacon100 g
• Sauerkraut300 g
• Potatoes, peeled and diced300 g
• Onion, chopped1 medium
• Garlic cloves2
• Caraway seeds1 tsp
• Bay leaf1
• Saltto taste
• Black pepperto taste
• Water1.5 L

Method

1. Soak the dried beans overnight, then drain.
2. In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic in a little oil until translucent.
3. Add the smoked pork shoulder and bacon, and brown them lightly.
4. Add the soaked beans, drained sauerkraut, diced potatoes, bay leaf, caraway seeds, and water; bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and simmer, covered, for 1.5–2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the beans and potatoes are tender.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, then remove the bay leaf.
7. Serve the hot stew with crusty bread.