**Indulge in a Symphony of Flavors with Spicy Pork and Squash Ragu: A Culinary Journey Awaits**
Embark on a culinary adventure with our pressure cooker spicy pork and squash ragu, a tantalizing dish that blends the bold flavors of succulent pork and tender squash. This delectable ragu is simmered to perfection in a rich and aromatic broth, infusing every bite with a harmonious balance of spices. Served over a bed of fluffy polenta or your favorite pasta, this dish is a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. Alongside this main course, discover a collection of complementary recipes, including a refreshing cucumber-mint salad to balance the spice, a creamy avocado-tomatillo salsa for an extra layer of richness, and a decadent chocolate mousse for a sweet ending to your culinary journey. Get ready to tantalize your palate with this symphony of flavors, where each recipe plays a harmonious role in creating a memorable dining experience.
PRESSURE-COOKER SPICY PORK AND SQUASH RAGU
This recipe is a marvelously spicy combo perfect for cooler fall weather-so satisfying after a day spent outdoors. -Monica Osterhaus, Paducah, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 35m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the first 6 ingredients in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Sprinkle ribs with salt, garlic powder and pepper; place in pressure cooker. Lock lid; close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 15 minutes. Let pressure release naturally for 10 minutes; quick-release any remaining pressure., Remove cover; stir to break pork into smaller pieces. Serve with pasta. If desired, top with Parmesan cheese., Freeze option: Freeze cooled ragu in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 469mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PRESSURE-COOKER MUSHROOM PORK RAGOUT
Savory, quickly made pork is luscious served in a delightful tomato gravy over noodles. It's a nice change from regular pork roast. I serve it with broccoli or green beans on the side. -Connie McDowell, Greenwood, Delaware.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rub with salt and pepper; cut in half. Place in a 6-qt. electric pressure cooker. Top with sliced mushrooms, tomatoes, 1/2 cup broth, the onion, sun-dried tomatoes and savory., Lock lid and close pressure-release valve. Adjust to pressure-cook on high for 6 minutes. Quick-release pressure. (A thermometer inserted in the pork should read at least 145°.) Remove pork; keep warm. , In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and remaining broth until smooth; stir into the pressure cooker. Select the saute setting , and adjust for low heat. Simmer, stirring constantly, until thickened, 1-2 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 387 calories, Fat 8g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 119mg cholesterol, Sodium 613mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 43g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
SPICY PORK AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAGU
This recipe is a marvelously spicy combo that's perfect for cooler fall weather and satisfying after a day spent outdoors. -Monica Osterhaus, Paducah, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 5h20m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine first 5 ingredients in bottom of a 6- or 7-qt. slow cooker. Sprinkle ribs with salt, garlic powder and pepper; place in slow cooker. Cook, covered, on low until pork is tender, 5-6 hours., Remove cover; stir to break pork into smaller pieces. Serve with pasta. If desired, top with Parmesan cheese., Freeze option: Freeze cooled sauce in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 52mg cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 17g protein. Diabetic exchanges
PRESSURE COOKER PORK PUTTANESCA RAGù
Inspired by puttanesca sauce, this braised pork ragù combines rich pork shoulder with the bright flavors of capers, olives and tomato. Those wary of anchovies can relax; the finished dish doesn't taste overtly fishy. The anchovies dissolve into the sauce, providing a subtly savory note. Tomato-based sauces can trigger the burn warning in some pressure cookers. To avoid that, this recipe calls for more liquid than you would typically need, and finishes with a quick simmer to reduce the sauce to a thicker consistency. Find a slow-cooker version of this recipe here.
Provided by Sarah DiGregorio
Categories dinner, meat, pastas, main course
Time 2h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Using a sharp knife, trim and discard the large pieces of fat from the pork shoulder, then cut the meat into 4 or 5 large chunks. Place the pork in a bowl and season it generously with salt and pepper.
- Using the sauté setting, heat the olive oil in a 6- to 8-quart pressure cooker. Add the garlic and anchovies and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add the tomato paste and cook, stirring constantly and scraping up any browned bits on the bottom of the pan, until fragrant and slightly darkened in color, about 2 minutes. (If it looks like it's getting too dark, or you get a warning on the display, turn off the heat while cooking the tomato paste. Turn the heat back on when you add the wine.)
- Stir in the olives, capers, vinegar, red-pepper flakes, oregano and a generous amount of black pepper. (Do not add more salt at this point; anchovies, olives and capers can be quite salty.) Stir in the wine, 2 cups water and the tomatoes with their juices, crushing the tomatoes with your hands if using whole. Turn off the sauté setting and stir in the pork. Close the lid and cook on high pressure for 80 minutes.
- Let the pressure release naturally for 15 minutes, then release the remaining pressure manually. Open the lid. Carefully transfer the pork to a medium bowl, and coarsely shred. Using the sauté setting, let the ragù simmer, stirring occasionally, until thickened. Skim the excess fat, if desired. Add the shredded meat back to the pot, then add the lemon juice and parsley and gently stir to combine. Taste and add more red-pepper flakes or salt if necessary. Serve the ragù over polenta or sturdy pasta, like rigatoni or pappardelle. Top with Parmesan, to taste.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 566, UnsaturatedFat 22 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 38 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 36 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 794 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams
PORK RAGU (PRESSURE COOKER)
The idea for this recipe came from the cooking blog "A Year in the Kitchen," but I made some modifications, and converted it to a pressure cooker recipe. The pressure cooker shaved over 2 hours off of the cooking time, and the pork was so tender! The original recipe was inspired by a dish from Chef Michael Symon's restaurant, Lolita, in Cleveland.
Provided by BxChick
Categories Stew
Time 50m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Brown the pancetta and pork in 4-quart or larger cooker.
- Drain excess fat, and add the onions, carrots, and garlic and cook over medium-high heat, stirring frequently, until the vegetables soften slightly, about 2 minutes.
- Stir in the wine and boil until about half evaporates. Scrape up any browned bits sticking to the bottom of the cooker. Add italian seasoning and salt and pepper.
- Cover the meat with tomato sauce. Do not stir.Lock the lid in place.
- Over high heat bring to high pressure. Reduce the heat just enough to maintain high pressure and cook for 8 minutes.
- Turn off the heat.
- Allow the pressure to come down naturally. Remove the lid, tilting it away from you to allow steam to escape. Remove bay leaf and stir. Break up meat with a wooden spoon or potato masher, leaving some bite sized pieces intact.
- Serve over rice, pasta, or polenta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 554.9, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 143, Sodium 689, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 6.8, Protein 46.8
PRESSURE COOKER SPICY PORK SHOULDER
You can make this spicy pork in a 6- to 8-quart electric pressure cooker if you're in a hurry, or in a slow cooker if you're not. In either case, you'll get tender bits of meat covered in a chile-flavored barbecue sauce that's just slightly sweet. (You can also make it in a stovetop pressure cooker, by trimming a few minutes off the cooking time. Stovetop pressure cookers tend to cook at a slightly higher pressure, so food cooks more quickly.) Gochujang, a pungent Korean chile paste, and gochugaru, Korean chile flakes, is available at Asian markets and specialty shops, or see the ingredient list for substitutions. Serve the pork over rice or in slider rolls, topped with crunchy pickled sesame cucumbers and a little kimchi, if you want to spice things up. And, while you can make this from start to finish in an afternoon, you can also make this in stages a few days ahead, if that's easier.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, roasts, soups and stews, main course
Time 3h
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 26
Steps:
- To prepare pork, combine garlic, brown sugar, chile flakes, salt and pepper. Rub marinade all over pork. If you have time, cover and refrigerate for 1 hour to up to 24 hours. Otherwise, proceed with recipe.
- Set electric pressure cooker to sauté (or use a large skillet). Add pork in batches and sear until browned all over, about 2 minutes per side. Add 3/4 cup water to pot (or to skillet to deglaze, then move to pot), cover, and set to cook for 90 minutes on high pressure. Or cook in a slow cooker for 5 to 7 hours until tender.
- While pork cooks, prepare sauce: In a small pot, warm peanut oil over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, and sauté until fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add remaining ingredients and bring to a simmer. Cook until thickened, 1 to 2 minutes. Set sauce aside. (It can be made up to 1 week ahead and stored in the refrigerator.)
- Manually release steam. Let pork cool until you can handle it, then shred it into bite-size pieces. Pork can be made to this point up to 3 days ahead.
- While pork cools, strain liquid from bottom of pot. Pour off fat (or chill liquid, then scoop off solidified fat with a spoon). Reserve.
- Prepare cucumbers: In a small bowl, combine all ingredients except sesame seeds, and let sit, tossing one or twice, for at least 20 minutes. Stir in sesame seeds.
- When ready to serve, heat broiler. Toss pork with sauce and 1 to 2 tablespoons cooking liquid - just enough so pork is evenly coated but not wet or runny. Spread mixture on a rimmed baking sheet, and broil until crisped on top, 2 to 3 minutes; it will char in places, and that's fine.
- Serve pork over rice or on slider rolls, with cucumbers and kimchi, if desired.
MUSHROOM PORK RAGOUT
Savory slow-cooked pork is luscious served in a delightful tomato gravy over noodles. It's a nice change from regular pork roast. I serve it with broccoli or green beans on the side. -Connie McDowell, Greenwood, Delaware
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 3h20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Rub pork with salt and pepper; cut in half. In a 1-1/2-qt. slow cooker, combine the cornstarch, 1/2 cup crushed tomatoes, sun-dried tomatoes and savory. Top with mushrooms, onion and pork. Pour remaining tomatoes over pork. Cover and cook on low 3-4 hours, until meat is tender., Remove meat and cut into slices. Stir cooking juices until smooth; serve with pork and noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 360 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 122mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 40g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose the right pork: Opt for a pork shoulder or pork butt, as they are the most flavorful and tender cuts for a slow-cooked ragu.
- Brown the pork: Browning the pork before pressure cooking adds depth of flavor to the ragu. Ensure to sear the meat in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot and steaming rather than browning.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Don't limit yourself to just squash; add other hearty vegetables like carrots, celery, or bell peppers for a more colorful and flavorful ragu.
- Don't skip the spices: The blend of cumin, chili powder, and paprika is essential for creating a flavorful and aromatic ragu. Adjust the amount of chili powder to your desired spice level.
- Use a good quality broth: The broth forms the base of the ragu, so using a flavorful and well-seasoned broth is crucial. Opt for a low-sodium broth or adjust the saltiness of the ragu as needed.
- Cook the ragu on high pressure: Cooking the ragu on high pressure allows the pork to become tender in a shorter amount of time and helps the flavors meld together.
- Garnish before serving: Garnish the ragu with fresh chopped parsley, cilantro, or a sprinkling of grated Parmesan cheese for an extra touch of flavor and color.
Conclusion:
This pressure cooker spicy pork and squash ragu is a hearty, flavorful, and versatile dish that can be enjoyed with various accompaniments. Serve it over pasta, mashed potatoes, or rice for a comforting and satisfying meal. The pressure cooker makes cooking this ragu a breeze, and the combination of pork, squash, and spices creates a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to impress your family and friends. Whether you're a busy weeknight cook or a seasoned home chef, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.
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