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CREAMY SMOKED PORK AND VEGETABLE MASH WITH PEAS – TRADITIONAL ROMANIAN STYLE

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CREAMY SMOKED PORK AND VEGETABLE MASH WITH PEAS – TRADITIONAL ROMANIAN STYLE

CREAMY SMOKED PORK AND VEGETABLE MASH WITH PEAS – TRADITIONAL ROMANIAN STYLE

A hearty and comforting dish featuring tender smoked pork (kaizer), creamy mashed potatoes and vegetables, and sweet peas. Perfect as a main course or side, this rustic recipe brings warmth and rich flavors to your table.

🕒 Prep Time: 15 min

🍳 Cook Time: 50 min
🍽️ Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 300 g smoked pork (kaizer), sliced
  • 4 potatoes
  • 1 leek
  • 2-3 slices celery root
  • 1 small onion
  • 3 garlic cloves
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 500 g peas (canned, fresh, or frozen)
  • Salt, pepper, and paprika to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Broth and Cook Pork:
    Place 1 liter of water in a pot. Add sliced smoked pork, whole onion (quartered), garlic cloves, and bay leaves. Simmer over medium heat for 20–30 minutes until pork is tender. Remove pork; discard onion, garlic, and bay leaves.
  2. Cook Vegetables:
    Peel and dice potatoes and celery root; slice leek into rounds. Add vegetables to the remaining broth and cook about 20 minutes until tender.
  3. Mash Vegetables:
    Drain vegetables, reserving about 1 cup of broth. Mash the vegetables until smooth.
  4. Combine and Season:
    Return the vegetable mash to the pot. Season with salt, pepper, and paprika. Slowly add reserved broth while stirring continuously over low to medium heat. Cook about 5 minutes until well combined and creamy.
  5. Prepare Peas:
    Drain canned peas. If using fresh peas, boil them separately in a little water after removing vegetables from the broth, then drain.
  6. Finish Dish:
    Add peas and sliced smoked pork back into the mash. Heat gently until just simmering.
  7. Serve:
    Serve warm as is or accompanied by fried sausages for an extra hearty meal. Enjoy!

💡 Tips

  • Use fresh or frozen peas for a fresher taste when available.
  • Adjust seasoning to your preference.
  • This dish pairs well with crusty bread or a simple green salad.

🎉 Perfect For

  • Cozy family dinners
  • Traditional Romanian meals
  • Comfort food lovers
  • Weekend lunches

📝 Final Thoughts

This creamy smoked pork and vegetable mash with peas is a wholesome, satisfying dish combining smoky meat and tender veggies in a smooth, flavorful mash. Its rustic simplicity and heartwarming taste make it a beloved classic perfect for any occasion.