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Nutritional Values
720kcal
45gProtein
30gCarbs
42gFat
5gFibre
400 gServing
* Per serving · 400 g. May vary.
Hutsepot
How to order / say it
Say it
Hutsepot — [HOOT-se-pott]
Order
I'd like the hutsepot, please.
Locally
Ik wil graag de hutsepot alstublieft.
Say locally
A traditional Flemish stew with mixed vegetables and meats.
Why try it?
Hutsepot is a legendary Ghent dish, embodying the robust and homely flavors central to Flemish cooking. Historically a peasant dish, it represents resourcefulness and culinary craftsmanship in its ability to transform simple ingredients into a comforting meal.
How it tastes
Hearty and aromatic with the rustic earthiness from the root vegetables, each spoonful is a delightful mixture of tender meats fused in a savory broth. It's a nourishing dish particularly enjoyed in cold weather.
Origin & History — first documented: 1400
Hutsepot has been made across Flemish regions since the medieval times, serving as a winter staple. The early forms used whatever produce was available during the season, focusing on simplicity and nourishment.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥩 300 g pork
- 🥩 300 g beef
- 🥕 200 g potatoes
- 🥕 150 g carrots
- 🥕 150 g cabbage
- 🥣 700 ml stock
Method
- 1 Brown the meats in a large pot, then remove.
- 2 Add chopped vegetables and stock to the pot.
- 3 Return meats, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours.
- 4 Adjust seasoning before serving hot.
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