This Rustic Pork and Root Vegetable Stew is a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for chilly days. Featuring tender pork and a variety of root vegetables, this stew is a comforting choice for any meal.
The recipe is straightforward and ideal for those looking to create a filling soup. With its rich flavors and wholesome ingredients, it’s a great addition to your collection of soups recipes.
Hearty Pork and Root Vegetable Stew
This stew combines succulent pieces of pork with carrots, potatoes, and parsnips, simmered in a flavorful broth. The recipe takes about 2 hours from start to finish and serves 6 people.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 parsnips, diced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prep the Ingredients: Cut the pork into cubes, chop the vegetables, and mince the garlic.
- Brown the Pork: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork cubes and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the pork and set aside.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same pot, add the chopped onion and garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Combine Ingredients: Return the browned pork to the pot. Add the carrots, potatoes, parsnips, broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Simmer: Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for about 1.5 hours, or until the pork is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
- Serve: Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Enjoy with crusty bread.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 40 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 6 bowls
- Calories: 350kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 30g
- Carbohydrates: 25g