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Serbian Čorba de Râsle with Tender Pork

Name: Serbian Čorba de Râsle with Tender Pork
Prep time: 63 min
Cook time: 190 min
Total time: 253 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Main Course
Ingredients: Pork shoulder, 1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes; Garlic, 3 cloves, minced; Paprika, 1 tbsp; Salt, 1 tsp; Black pepper, 1 tsp; Olive oil, 2 tbsp; Apple cider vinegar, 2 tbsp; Onion, 1 large, chopped; Carrots, 2, diced; Celery stalks, 2 stalks, diced; Potatoes, 3, peeled and cubed; Red bell peppers, 2, diced; Beef stock, 4 cups; Water, 2 cups; Bay leaf, 1; Thyme, 1 tsp; Salt and pepper to taste; Sour cream, 1/2 cup; Fresh parsley, 1/4 cup, chopped

Enjoy this traditional Serbian creation featuring robust flavors, tender pork, and a medley of vegetables simmered to perfection.

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·By Ethan Brooks·January 21, 2026

Serbian Čorba de Râsle with Tender Pork — Main Course served and photographed from above

Prep

1 h 3 min

Cook

3 h 10 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Pork Marinade

For the Vegetable Base

For the Broth

For the Finishing Touches

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 443 kcal
Protein: 33.5 g
Carbs: 24.6 g
Fat: 23.4 g
Fiber: 4.3 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 2656 kcal
Protein: 201 g
Carbs: 148 g
Fat: 140 g
Fiber: 26 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
Pork shoulder 1.5 lbs, cut into 1-inch cubes	1260	136	0	88	0
Garlic 3 cloves, minced	13	0.6	3	0	0.2
Paprika 1 tbsp	19	1	4	0.9	2.5
Salt 1 tsp	0	0	0	0	0
Black pepper 1 tsp	6	0.3	1.4	0.1	0.6
Olive oil 2 tbsp	239	0	0	27	0
Apple cider vinegar 2 tbsp	6	0	0.3	0	0
Onion 1 large, chopped	46	1	11	0.1	1.9
Carrots 2, diced	50	1.2	12	0.3	3.6
Celery stalks 2 stalks, diced	12	0.5	3	0.1	1.6
Potatoes 3, peeled and cubed	315	8	72	0.5	9
Red bell peppers 2, diced	75	3	18	0.5	6
Beef stock 4 cups	80	8	0	4	0
Water 2 cups	0	0	0	0	0
Bay leaf 1	5	0.1	1.4	0.1	0.5
Thyme 1 tsp	1	0	0.2	0	0.1
Salt and pepper to taste	0	0	0	0	0
Sour cream 1/2 cup	230	3	4	23	0
Fresh parsley 1/4 cup, chopped	9	1	1.5	0.2	0.6

These are estimates not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Marinating the Pork

1
Prepare Marinade
Combine minced garlic, paprika, salt, black pepper, olive oil, and apple cider vinegar in a large bowl.
2
Add Pork
Add pork cubes to the marinade, ensuring they are fully covered.
3
Marinate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight.
Tip: For best results, marinate overnight.

Preparing the Vegetables

1
Chop Vegetables
Chop the onion, carrots, celery, potatoes, and red bell peppers.
2
Prevent Browning
Keep potatoes submerged in cold water to prevent browning until ready to cook.
3
Set Aside
Set the vegetables aside until needed.

How to Make Serbian Čorba de Râsle with Tender Pork

Total time: 4 h 13 min · Yields 6 servings

1
Brown the Pork
Heat 2 tbsp of olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the marinated pork and cook until browned on all sides. Remove and set aside.
2
Sauté Vegetables
Add chopped onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
3
Simmer the Stew
Return the pork to the pot. Add potatoes and bell peppers. Pour in beef stock and water, add the bay leaf and thyme. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 1.5 hours.