Pork and Sweet Potato Stew
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
2 hrs 30 mins
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Servings
4 -6 servings
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Calories
491 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pork and Sweet Potato Stew
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This hearty pork and sweet potato stew is easy to make, flavorful, and even better the next day. It’s perfect for meal prep, guests, or a cozy meal anytime!
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Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork neck 900 g, Note 2
- 1 large onion finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 red chili finely chopped
- 1 red pepper diced
- 1 green pepper diced
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 can chopped tomatoes 14 oz/ 400 g
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 3 ¼ cups low-sodium beef stock 750 ml, Note 3
- 1 large sweet potato 1.5 lbs/ 650 g, cubed, Note 4
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- Fine sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Prepare the pork: Remove the excess fat. Cut the meat into cubes and dry it with a paper towel.2 lbs pork neck / 900 g
- Prepare the other ingredients: Finely chop the onion, garlic, and chili. Dice the peppers and set them aside. You can prepare these ingredients while the pork sears.1 large onion + 3 garlic cloves + 1 red chili + 1 red pepper + 1 green pepper
- Sear pork: Heat the oil and brown the meat cubes on medium-high heat in batches; it will take 4-5 minutes per batch (Note 5). Remove the meat from the pot with a slotted spoon.1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- Sauté the prepared vegetables (onion, garlic, chili, and peppers) with a pinch of salt on medium-low heat in the fat that is still in the pot for 5-7 minutes or until softer.
- Add tomato paste, paprika, and oregano and stir for about 1 minute, scraping the bottom of the pot.1 tablespoon tomato paste + 1 teaspoon sweet paprika powder + 1 teaspoon oregano
- Add the tomatoes, pork cubes, salt, pepper, and beef broth. Stir well to combine.1 can chopped tomatoes + pork + ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt + ½ teaspoon ground black pepper + 3 ¼ cups low-sodium beef stock / 750 ml
- Simmer pork stew: Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot, leaving a small crack open, and let the stew cook gently for 1 hour and 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chopped sweet potato, stir well, and continue simmering for another 30 minutes until the meat is very tender and the sweet potato cubes are soft.1 large sweet potato / 1.5 lbs/ 650 g
- Adjust the flavor with a little balsamic vinegar, and add more salt and pepper if needed.1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar + fine sea salt and ground black pepper
- Add chopped parsley before serving. fresh parsley
Notes
- The pot: Use a large pot with a thick bottom. A Dutch oven or sturdy stockpot is best for even cooking.
- Cut of pork: Pork neck is perfect for this stew because its marbled fat keeps the meat tender and flavorful during long, slow cooking. You can also use pork shoulder, pork butt, or boneless pork ribs as alternatives.
- Broth: I use homemade beef broth, beef bone broth, or low-sodium store-bought broth. Chicken stock is also a good option. If you choose a store-bought broth, ensure it's low-sodium; otherwise, the stew might become too salty.
- You can substitute sweet potatoes with regular potatoes, pumpkin, or butternut squash.
- Sear the meat pieces in batches. Overcrowding the pan prevents the meat from browning properly; instead, it will release too much liquid and end up cooking in its juices.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1/4 of the dish
Calories
491kcal
(25%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
50g
(100%)
Fat
17g
(26%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
7g
Trans Fat
0.1g
Cholesterol
136mg
(45%)
Sodium
1508mg
(63%)
Potassium
1893mg
(54%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
12g
(24%)
Vitamin A
13650IU
(273%)
Vitamin C
94mg
(104%)
Calcium
137mg
(14%)
Iron
6mg
(33%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4-6 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 491 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of the dish | |
| Calories | 491kcal | 25% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 50g | 100% |
| Fat | 17g | 26% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 136mg | 45% |
| Sodium | 1508mg | 63% |
| Potassium | 1893mg | 40% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 13650IU | 273% |
| Vitamin C | 94mg | 104% |
| Calcium | 137mg | 14% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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