Prepare to indulge in the extraordinary flavors of "Ragout de Pattes de Cochon," a delectable pork shank and meatball stew. This classic French dish combines the richness of pork with a symphony of aromatic vegetables, herbs, and spices. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of textures, from the tender meat to the juicy meatballs and the medley of soft vegetables. Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure as we explore the best recipes for this hearty and comforting stew, bringing the essence of French cuisine to your own kitchen.
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RAGOUT DE PATTES DE COCHON (PORK SHANK AND MEATBALL STEW)
Rich stew from a French recipe.
Provided by Paloma
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Pork
Time 3h27m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- Mix sea salt, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon cloves, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, nutmeg, and garlic salt together in a bowl. Rub salt mixture all over pork shanks.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large saucepan. Cook pork shanks in the hot oil until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Pour in enough water to cover the shanks. Stir in coarsely chopped onion and celery. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until pork can be easily removed from the bones, 2 to 3 hours.
- Transfer pork shanks to a cutting board; shred pork.
- Strain cooking liquid, discarding bones, onion, and celery. Pour strained liquid back into the saucepan. Stir in shredded pork.
- Mix ground pork, finely chopped onion, parsley, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon cloves, ginger, mustard powder, salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a large bowl. Shape into balls.
- Pour toasted flour into a shallow dish. Roll meatballs in toasted flour.
- Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook meatballs in batches until browned, about 1 minute per side.
- Stir browned meatballs into the shredded pork stew. Simmer, stirring in leftover toasted flour, until meatballs are no longer pink in the center and stew is thick, about 30 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 632.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.4 g, Cholesterol 148.4 mg, Fat 40.8 g, Fiber 3.6 g, Protein 48.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 2193 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
RAGOûT DE PATTES DE COCHON (PORK STEW WITH MEATBALLS)
This is a traditional Quebecois stew made from pork hocks. I'm looking for recipes that DH remembers from childhood. This one was found on bitsnbites.wordpress.com and grouprecipes.com .The stew is a modification of one by Jehane Benoit, a famous Quebec cook. For a richer stock, caramelize you onions and hocks until dark brown. You can use Recipe #356677 - Caramelized Onions. NOTE: The cooking time doesn't include the optional (but recommended to reduce fat content) overnight refrigeration time.
Provided by Dreamer in Ontario
Categories Stew
Time 6h45m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- STOCK:.
- The day before serving the ragout, season pork hocks with salt, pepper, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg.
- Caramelized onions in a deep saucepan in 2 Tbsp butter (Recipe #356677). Remove from saucepan.
- In same saucepan, melt 2 tbsp fat and , then brown hocks until dark brown in colour on all sides (this is the secret to a great ragout).
- Add water, chicken bouillon cube, and onions to pork hocks. Bring to a boil, and then simmer for at least two hours, until meat falls from bones.
- At this point it's a good idea to remove pork hocks from saucepan and refrigerate the hocks and ragout overnight in fridge so that you can.
- Remove/skim the congealed fat.
- Roast flour in 350F oven until caramel brown. This takes about 1 hour. (should be dark brown but not burnt so keep an eye on it). Alternatively you may brown the flour in a hot dry pan (No oil!), stirring continuously until it's a rich, deep, brown colour. (You must be careful not to burn the flour by controlling the temperature of your pan and stirring constantly until done).
- Remove meat from bone and set aside.
- Thicken ragout by using a jar or blender to mix the roasted flour with the 1/2 cup water and pour into the ragout, stirring until well mixed and broth has thickened to a nice consistency.
- Season with salt, pepper and allspice to taste.
- Add cooked pork meatballs and pork meat and heat thoroughly.
- MEAT BALLS:.
- Mix all ingredients and pat mixture into a 1 inch thick rectangle, then cut into 1 inch squares.
- Shape each square into a 1 inch meatball.
- Bake in 400F oven for 10 minutes.
- Add to Ragoût de pattes to complete cooking.
- Ragout is sometimes served with boiled or mashed potatoes.
Tips:
- Use a variety of meats for a more flavorful stew. Pork shank, meatballs, and bacon are all great options.
- Brown the meat well before adding it to the stew. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the meat from becoming tough.
- Use a good quality red wine for the stew. A full-bodied wine, such as a Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot, will add depth and flavor to the dish.
- Simmer the stew for at least 2 hours, or until the meat is fall-apart tender.
- Serve the stew with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles.
Conclusion:
Ragout de pattes de cochon, or pork shank and meatball stew, is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of tender pork shank, meatballs, and vegetables in a rich red wine sauce is sure to please even the most discerning palate. This stew is also relatively easy to make, so it's a great option for a weeknight meal. Serve it with mashed potatoes, rice, or noodles for a complete and satisfying meal.
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