This pork stew is an easy-to-make recipe featuring savory pork pieces and tender root vegetables in a deliciously rich, herb-infused broth. This is comfort food at its finest!
Prep Time25 minutesmins
Cook Time55 minutesmins
Total Time1 hourhr20 minutesmins
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Soup, Soup, Salad & Sandwich
2lbboneless pork shoulderor collar cut into small cubes
8ozbaconroughly chopped
1tspsalt
1/2tspblack pepper
4largegarlic clovesminced
1lbpotatoespeeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
2cupbeef stock
1 canchopped tomatoes14.5 oz can
2tspitalian herbs
1tspsmoked paprika
2tbspall purpose flour
1handfulparsleyfor garnish
Instructions
Heat two tbsp of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Then add chopped onion and sliced carrots. Sauté until soft. Then add minced garlic and stir for one minute or until fragrant.
Add cubed pork meat and chopped bacon. Stir for two minutes to sear the pork. Searing enhances the depth of flavor by creating a nice crust on the meat.
Stir in the remaining ingredients (except the flour and fresh parsley), bring to a boil, and cover with a lid. Then, reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for 45 minutes. Insert a fork into the meat and potatoes; if they slide in easily, add flour and mix to combine. Simmer for another 5-10 minutes to thicken.
Taste the stew and adjust the seasoning if needed. Add more salt, pepper, or other seasonings to suit your preferences.
Serve warm and garnish with fresh parsley on top.
Notes
Tips
Choose the right cut of pork: For a flavorful and tender stew, use a boneless pork shoulder or collar cut into small cubes. These cuts are well-suited for slow cooking and will become tender and succulent as they simmer in the stew.
Pork stew pairs wonderfully with crusty bread, which can be used to soak up the delicious sauce. Alternatively, you can serve it over steamed rice for a comforting and satisfying meal.
Store leftovers in the fridge, covered, for up to five days. Or in the freezer for up to three months.
Recipe NotesPicture this: Juicy pork pieces, lovingly simmered with aromatic spices, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. Bathed in a luscious broth, the tender meat delivers a burst of comfort and satisfaction with every delightful spoonful. These are just words, and they don't even come close to how good this stew was.