Best 4 Hearty Pork Stew Recipes

Pork stew is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter's day. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is made with pork, vegetables, and a savory broth. This article provides recipes for three different types of pork stew:

* **Classic Pork Stew:** This is a basic pork stew recipe that is made with pork shoulder, vegetables, and a beef broth. It is a simple and easy-to-follow recipe that is perfect for beginners.
* **Slow Cooker Pork Stew:** This recipe is perfect for busy weeknights. Simply brown the pork and vegetables in a skillet, then transfer them to a slow cooker. Add the broth and seasonings, and cook on low for 8-10 hours.
* **Red Wine Pork Stew:** This recipe adds a rich and flavorful red wine sauce to the stew. It is perfect for a special occasion or a romantic dinner.

All three of these recipes are delicious and easy to make. So gather your ingredients and get started on a pot of pork stew today!

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

HEARTY PORK STEW

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This spicy slow-cooked stew from Rebecca Overy of Evanston, Wyoming combines tender chunks of pork with colorful tomatoes and green peppers. "I garnish bowls of it with chopped hard-cooked eggs and green onions," she adds.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 8h40m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1-1/2 to 2 pounds boneless pork, cut into 1-inch cubes
4 cups water
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1/3 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 to 2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon dried celery flakes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/3 cup cold water
Hot cooked noodles

Steps:

In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours or until meat is tender. , Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; gradually stir into slow cooker. Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until slightly thickened. Serve in bowls with noodles. Freeze option: Freeze cooled meat mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally and adding a little broth or water if necessary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 176 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 753mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

CROCK POT HEARTY PORK STEW

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Make and share this Crock Pot Hearty Pork Stew recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Audrey M

Categories Stew

Time 7h15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 1/2 lbs boneless pork loin roast, cut 1 inch cubes
2 medium carrots, cut into pieces
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cups peeled parsnips, cut in 1/2 inch cubes
1 1/2 cups peeled butternut squash, cut in 1 inch cubes
4 cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon chopped fresh sage leaf
2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons margarine, softened

Steps:

In a 4 to 5 quart slow cooker, mix together all the ingredients except the flour and margarine.
Cover and cook on Low heat 6 to 7 hours or until pork is no longer pink and vegetables are tender.
Mix flour and margarine; gradually stir into stew until well blended.
Turn slow cooker to high and cook for an additional 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

HEARTY PORK STEW WITH GREEN CHILES

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Your family will love the zesty flavor of this hefty stew. But you'll appreciate the change-of-pace flavor-and the extra change you'll pocket using less expensive pork cuts! Serve it over rice, noodles or mashed potatoes.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Ingredients

1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds boneless pork, cut into 1-1/2-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup water
2 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chiles
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
Minced fresh cilantro, optional

Steps:

Select saute or browning setting on a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker; adjust for medium heat. Brown pork in oil. Add onion and garlic; cook and stir for 3 minutes. Add the tomatoes, water and chiles. Press cancel., Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 8 minutes. Quick-release pressure. Press cancel. In a small bowl, stir together cornstarch and water. Select saute; bring to a simmer. Stir in cornstarch mixture; cook, stirring constantly, until thickened. Sprinkle with cilantro if desired., To prepare ahead and freeze uncooked: In a gallon-size freezer bag, combine all ingredients except cornstarch, water and cilantro. Seal, removing as much air as possible; freeze up to 3 months. When ready to use, thaw overnight; prepare recipe as directed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299 calories, Fat 13g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 424mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

SLOW-COOKER HEARTY PORK STEW

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Enjoy a rich stew of pork loin, carrots, parsnips and squash. Best of all your slow cooker does all the work.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories Entree

Time 8h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds pork boneless loin, cut into 1-inch cubes
3 medium carrots, cut into 1/4-inch slices (1 1/2 cups)
1 medium onion, chopped (1/2 cup)
1 carton (32 ounces) Progresso™ chicken broth (4 cups)
2 cups 1/2-inch diced peeled parsnips
1 1/2 cups 1-inch cubes peeled butternut squash
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons butter or margarine, softened

Steps:

Mix all ingredients except flour and butter in 3 1/2- to 6-quart slow cooker.
Cover and cook on low heat setting 6 to 7 hours (or high heat setting 3 to 4 hours) or until pork is no longer pink and vegetables are tender.
Mix flour and butter. Gently stir flour mixture, 1 spoonful at a time, into pork mixture until blended.
Cover and cook on high heat setting 30 to 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Note: This recipe was tested in slow cookers with heating elements in the side and bottom of the cooker, not in cookers that stand only on a heated base. For slow cookers with just a heated base, follow the manufacturer's directions for layering ingredients and choosing a temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310, Carbohydrate 20 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Fiber 4 g, Protein 20 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 980 mg

Tips:

For the best flavor, use high-quality pork stew meat. Look for meat that is well-marbled and has a good amount of fat.
Brown the meat in a large pot over medium-high heat. This will help to develop flavor and color.
Add the vegetables and cook until they are softened. This will help to create a flavorful base for the stew.
Add the liquids and seasonings and bring to a boil. Then, reduce the heat to low and simmer for at least 1 hour, or until the meat is tender.
Serve the stew over mashed potatoes, rice, or egg noodles.

Conclusion:

This hearty pork stew is a delicious and comforting meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Whether you like your stew thick or thin, spicy or mild, there is a recipe in this article that will suit you. So, next time you are looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give one of these pork stew recipes a try.