Cacciagione in Umido

Cacciagione in Umido is a rustic Italian stew featuring tender game meat slow-cooked in aromatic herbs and vegetables, bringing out rich, deep flavors. This Paleo-friendly dish is perfect for a hearty meal, showcasing the essence of traditional Italian cooking.

Ingredients

• Wild game meat (e.g., venison or wild boar) - 400 grams, cut into chunks
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Carrot - 1 medium, diced
• Celery - 1 stalk, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red wine (Paleo-friendly) - 100 ml
• Beef or vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Canned tomatoes - 200 grams, crushed
• Fresh rosemary - 1 sprig
• Fresh thyme - 1 sprig
• Bay leaf - 1
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
2. Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
3. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Increase the heat to medium-high and add the chunks of wild game meat, browning them on all sides.
5. Pour in the red wine and scrape the bottom of the pot to deglaze, cooking until the wine reduces by half.
6. Add the broth, crushed tomatoes, rosemary, thyme, bay leaf, salt, and black pepper.
7. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 hours, or until the meat is tender and the flavors meld together.
8. Remove the bay leaf and herb sprigs before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 20 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 24 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the game meat, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables and herbs, promoting overall health.

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