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Cholent - traditional Jewish Sabbath stew (Cholent)

Cholent is a traditional Jewish stew prepared by slow cooking overnight. It was created due to the prohibition of cooking during Shabbat. The base consists of beans, potatoes, meat, barley, and spices. The result is a hearty, richly flavored dish.

Cholent - traditional Jewish Sabbath stew (Cholent)
  • Created in response to the prohibition of cooking during Shabbat.
  • Slow-cooked overnight with beans, potatoes, meat, and barley.
  • Known by many names including cholent, čolnt, and šoulet.
  • Many regional variations exist throughout Ashkenazi cuisine worldwide.
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