PORK, VEGETABLE, AND TAMARIND STEW
The finished stew should be decidedly sour, tamarind's calling card, but you're in control of how puckery things get. You can sub other vegetables or simplify the array, but be very careful not to overcook them. This recipe is from Bad Saint, one of Bon Appétit's Hot 10, America's Best New Restaurants 2016.
Categories Bon Appétit Philippines Soup/Stew Pork Tamarind Garlic Bok Choy Mushroom Pepper Eggplant Radish Dinner Winter Okra Stew
Yield Serves 8
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Place bay leaves and peppercorns in center of cheesecloth and tie closed with kitchen twine; set sachet aside. Grind mushrooms in spice mill to a powder.
- Heat 2 Tbsp. oil in a large heavy pot over medium-high. Cook onion, garlic, and chiles, stirring often, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add tomatoes and cook, stirring often, until partly broken down and very saucy, about 5 minutes. Add ribs, mushroom powder, reserved sachet, and 12 cups water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat. Place tamarind pulp in a small medium-mesh sieve and partially submerge into simmering liquid (it will soften and start to dissolve as time goes by). Cook ribs, skimming foam from the surface, until very tender (meat should be practically falling off the bone for ribs and shred easily for pork shoulder), 2-2 1/2 hours. Season with salt and push tamarind pulp through sieve with a rubber spatula, tasting as you go, until desired level of sourness is reached. Discard any remaining tamarind.
- Heat remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a medium skillet over medium-high. Cook bok choy, eggplant, radishes, beans, and okra, tossing occasionally, until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Add 1 Tbsp. fish sauce and toss to coat. Divide vegetables, ribs, and broth among bowls; serve drizzled with more fish sauce, if desired.
- Do Ahead
- Ribs can be cooked 3 days ahead. Let cool; cover and chill.
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Mohammad Saurav
[email protected]This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very affordable to make.
Mohammad Al-Ezzi
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tamarind, but I really enjoyed this stew. The flavors are well-balanced and the stew is very hearty.
Taki Hamessi
[email protected]This stew is a great way to use up leftover vegetables. It's also a very affordable meal to make.
Kalidi Muhwez
[email protected]I made this stew for a potluck and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor.
Mihnea Michel Merlan
[email protected]This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. It's also a healthy and delicious meal.
yaw congeegreen
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pork, but I really enjoyed this stew. The tamarind and vegetables give it a really nice flavor.
Rana Ajmal
[email protected]This stew is a great way to warm up on a cold day. It's also very affordable to make.
Calvince Ochieng
[email protected]I made this stew in my slow cooker and it turned out perfect. It's a great way to have a delicious meal without a lot of effort.
Basit Koreja
[email protected]This stew is a great way to use up leftover pork. It's also a great meal to make ahead of time.
bhawani Bista
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of tamarind, but I really enjoyed this stew. The flavors are well-balanced and the stew is very hearty.
ghabrana nahi
[email protected]This stew is easy to make and it's packed with flavor. I highly recommend it!
M7broXD
[email protected]I love the combination of pork and vegetables in this stew. It's a hearty and satisfying meal.
Snai Parkes
[email protected]This stew is so flavorful and comforting. It's perfect for a cold winter night.
M Tufail Anjum
[email protected]I wasn't sure about the tamarind, but I'm glad I tried it. It adds a really nice tang to the stew.
Natalie Rivera
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends.
Nayim Afridi
[email protected]I made this stew for a dinner party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the flavors.
Hassan Naeem
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are always delicious.
Benzil Bawuah
[email protected]Loved this recipe! It was easy to follow and the stew turned out amazing. The tamarind gave it a unique and delicious flavor.