Pork Stew
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
1 hr 45 mins
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Total Time
2 hrs
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Servings
6 servings
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Calories
228 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
American
Pork Stew
Description
The Pork Stew recipe begins by browning cubed pork shoulder and onions in olive oil to develop flavor. After browning, the meat is simmered in chicken broth with canned diced tomatoes and herbs such as rosemary and oregano. This initial simmer tenderizes the pork while infusing the broth. Later, diced potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, and mushrooms are added and cooked until just tender. Green beans (or peas) are stirred in last and cooked briefly to retain some texture.
The resulting stew is hearty with a balance of tender pork and sweet, soft root vegetables. The broth deepens in flavor from the browned meat bits scraped from the pot and the mingling of herbs and tomatoes. Simmering the stew covered helps meld flavors and cook ingredients evenly.
This stew suits a comforting main meal, especially in cooler weather. It pairs well with crusty bread to soak up the broth or can be served over rice. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
For extra depth, if the pork shoulder includes a bone, cook it with the stew then remove before serving. To thicken the stew, a cornstarch slurry can be added gradually while boiling to reach desired consistency.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds pork shoulder roast or pork steaks, cubed, see note, boneless
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 small onion
- ½ teaspoon rosemary dried
- ½ teaspoon oregano dried
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- 1 medium potato peeled and diced
- 1 small sweet potato peeled and diced
- 2 carrot diced
- 1 cup mushroom sliced
- 1 cup green beans or peas
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 15 ounces diced tomatoes with juices, 1 can, canned
Instructions
- In a large pot or dutch oven, brown pork with onions in 1 tablespoon olive oil (it doesn't have to be cooked through). Remove from pot and set aside.
- Add broth, tomatoes, and spices making sure to scrape up any brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Add the pork back into the pot and bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer covered for 1 hour (or until pork is fairly tender).
- Add potatoes, sweet potatoes, carrots, and mushrooms. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer covered for 30 minutes or until vegetables are tender.
- Remove lid and stir in green beans. Thicken if desired (below) and simmer an additional 10 minutes uncovered.
Notes
- Include the bone if present during simmering for additional flavor; remove before serving.
- To thicken the stew, stir in a mixture of 2 tablespoons cornstarch and 1/4 cup water during boiling until thicker.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 228 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 228 | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 46mg | 15% |
| Sodium | 665mg | 28% |
| Potassium | 891mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 6748IU | 135% |
| Vitamin C | 28mg | 31% |
| Calcium | 78mg | 8% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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