Best 2 French Style Pork Stew Recipes

If you're searching for an exquisite culinary experience, a French-style pork stew is an irresistible delicacy that will tantalize your taste buds. This hearty and flavorful dish, steeped in the rich traditions of French cuisine, is a symphony of tender pork, aromatic vegetables, and a luscious sauce that captures the essence of rustic French cooking. Embark on a culinary journey as we delve into the art of crafting the perfect French-style pork stew, a dish that will transport you to the heart of a French countryside kitchen.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

FRENCH STYLE PORK STEW WITH ROOT VEGETABLES

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Make and share this French Style Pork Stew With Root Vegetables recipe from Food.com.

Provided by QueenChefTC

Categories Stew

Time 3h

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour
salt
pepper
1/2 cup olive oil
1 large yellow onion, medium dice
1 shallot, minced
3 lbs pork loin, cut into 2-inch cubes
1 1/2 cups dry white wine
4 cups chicken stock
3 carrots, peeled and large dice
3 stalks celery, cut large dice
2 parsnips, peeled and cut large dice
1 fennel bulb, with fronds large dice
1 lb fingerling potato, cut medium dice
8 sprigs fresh thyme
3 bay leaves

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
put the flour in a large bowl and season generously with salt and pepper.
Add the pork in 4 batches, tossing to coat thoroughly.
In a large covered casserole, heat 2 T. oil until simmering.
Add onion, shallot and garlic and saute until translucent.
Remove and set aside on a plate.
Add 1/4 of the pork and cook over moderately high heat until browned, about 6 minutes, transfer to a plate.
Brown the remaining floured pork in 3 batches, adding 2 T. of oil to the pot per batch.
Reduce the heat if the casserole bottom darkens too much.
Return all pork to the casserole.
Add the wine and bring to a boil.
Add the stock and return to a boil.
Season with salt and pepper.
Cover the casserole and braise the stew in the oven for about 1 hour, or until meat is nearly tender.
Add the carrots, celery, parsnips, potatoes, fennel, thyme and bay leaves to the pork stew.
Season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil, stirrring to distribute the vegetables.
Cover the casserole, return to the oven and cook until the meat and vegetables are tender, about 1 hour.
Remove thyme sprigs and bay leaves, season with salt and pepper.
Serve and enjoy!
**Can be made in slowcooker!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 655.4, Fat 39.1, SaturatedFat 10.6, Cholesterol 105.7, Sodium 298.8, Carbohydrate 27.2, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 5.2, Protein 39.6

FRENCH-STYLE PORK STEW

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Categories Soup/Stew Pork Vegetable

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

6 parsley sprigs, plus 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
3 large sprigs fresh thyme
5 garlic cloves, unpeeled
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
2 whole cloves
5 cups water
4 cups chicken broth
3 pounds boneless pork butt roast, trimmed and cut into 1- to 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 meaty smoked ham shank or 2 to 3 smoked ham hocks (1 1/4 pounds)
2 onions, halved through root end, root end left intact
4 carrots, peeled, narrow end cut crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces, wide end halved lengthwise and cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 pound Yukon Gold potatoes, unpeeled, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
12 ounces kielbasa sausage, halved lengthwise and then cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1/2 head savoy cabbage, shredded (8 cups)

Steps:

1. Adjust oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 325 degrees. Cut 10-inch square of triple-thickness cheesecloth. Place parsley sprigs (fold or break to fit), thyme sprigs, garlic, bay leaves, peppercorns, and cloves in center of cheesecloth and tie into bundle with kitchen twine. 2. Bring water, broth, pork, ham, onions, and herb bundle to simmer in large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, skimming off scum that rises to surface. Cover pot and place in oven. Cook until pork chunks are tender and skewer inserted in meat meets little resistance, 1 1/4 to 1 1/2 hours. 3. Using slotted spoon, discard onions and herb bundle. Transfer ham to plate. Add carrots and potatoes to pot and stir to combine. Cover pot and return to oven. Cook until vegetables are almost tender, 20 to 25 minutes. When ham is cool enough to handle, using 2 forks, remove meat and shred into bite-size pieces; discard skin and bones. 4. Add shredded ham, kielbasa, and cabbage to pot. Stir to combine, cover, and return to oven. Cook until kielbasa is heated through and cabbage is wilted and tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in chopped parsley. Ladle into bowls and serve. (Stew can be made up to 3 days in advance.) Pork butt roast, often labeled Boston butt in the supermarket, is a very fatty cut, so don't be surprised if you lose a pound or even a little more in the trimming process (the weight called for in the recipe takes this loss into account). Serve with crusty bread.

Tips:

For the best flavor, use high-quality pork meat. Look for meat that is well-marbled with fat, as this will help keep the stew moist and flavorful.
Brown the pork in batches to prevent the meat from steaming and becoming tough. This will also help develop a nice flavorful crust on the pork.
Use a variety of vegetables in your stew. This will add flavor, texture, and color to the dish. Some good options include carrots, potatoes, celery, onions, and parsnips.
Use a good quality red wine for the stew. A dry red wine will add depth of flavor to the dish without being overpowering.
Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour, or until the meat is fall-apart tender. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
Serve the stew with crusty bread or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

French-style pork stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a relatively easy dish to make, and it can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily create a delicious and satisfying stew that the whole family will enjoy.