Welcome to the delicious world of Texas Brunswick Stew, a hearty and flavorful dish that has become a beloved culinary tradition in the Lone Star State. This incredibly versatile dish has its roots in 19th-century trail drives, where cowboys would combine diverse ingredients over a campfire to create a nourishing and satisfying meal. Today, Brunswick stew remains a cherished comfort food, enjoyed by families and friends alike. Join us as we embark on a journey to discover the best recipe for this iconic Texan delicacy, exploring the various ingredients, cooking methods, and serving suggestions that make this stew so special.
Here are our top 10 tried and tested recipes!
EASY BRUNSWICK STEW
Steps:
- Heat oil and sauté onion in a dutch oven until soft.
- Add in garlic and stir for 30 seconds.
- Dump in the chicken or turkey, shredded pork, butterbeans/lima beans, sweet corn kernels, broth, diced tomatoes, ketchup, BBQ sauce, hot sauce (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Bring to a boil and then simmer for 35 - 40 minutes, slightly uncovered.
- Adjust seasonings as needed and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 269 kcal, Carbohydrate 28 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 43 mg, Sodium 774 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 13 g, ServingSize 1 serving
BRUNSWICK STEW
Follow step-by-step, photo illustrated instructions to make our delicious, and hearty, Brunswick Stew. We're combining Chicken, Pork BBQ, and some of our favorite vegetables, to make this stew from scratch. Brunswick Stew is a traditional side dish served in barbecue restaurants throughout the South, but it's great as a main course of its very own. Just add saltine crackers or bread.
Provided by Steve Gordon
Categories Soups
Time 1h45m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Rinse the fryer under cold running water.
- Place fryer in large stock pot and cover with water about 6 inches over chicken.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium and let chicken cook for one hour.
- Remove cooked chicken from pot, set aside to cool.
- Place the frozen baby lima beans and frozen corn in a colander. Rinse well.
- Add the beans and corn to a large stock pot.
- Wash, peel and cut up the potatoes, add to the beans and corn.
- Add enough water to cover the vegetables by about 2 inches.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until vegetables are tender. About one hour.
- While the vegetables cook, pull the chicken meat from the bones. Discard bones and skin.
- Shred chicken into small pieces.
- When vegetables are done, remove any excess liquid, leaving just enough to reach top of vegetables.
- Add tomato sauce.
- Add apple cider vinegar
- Add brown sugar.
- Add black pepper
- Add salt.
- Add butter.
- Add Texas Pete Hot Sauce.
- Add tomato paste.
- Add Worcestershire Sauce.
- Stir well.
- Add chicken to the stew.
- Add pork barbecue to stew.
- Add Ketchup. Stir well.
- Return to stove top and simmer on medium, stirring often, until warm, prior to serving.
- Stock or liquid from vegetables may be added if needed to obtain desired consistency.
- Serve warm and Enjoy!
JACK'S BRUNSWICK STEW
Provided by Trisha Yearwood
Categories main-dish
Time 3h45m
Yield 16 (1 cup) servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place the pork and chicken in a 1 1/2 gallon stock pot with enough water to cover. Cook at a medium simmer for 2 hours, or until the meat is very tender, skimming occasionally. Remove the meat to a bowl and reserve the stock. Meanwhile, in a separate large stockpot, do the same to the beef. Remove the beef and discard the broth.
- Place the potatoes in a medium saucepan, cover with water and simmer until tender.
- Remove and discard the bones and skin from all of the cooked meat, pull apart or cut into chunks and process in a food processor or meat grinder until ground. Put 2 pints of the reserved pork and chicken stock into a 1 1/2 gallon stock pot, reserve the rest for another use. Add the ground meats to the stock. Dissolve the black pepper and the cayenne pepper in 1 tablespoon water, and add to the stew.
- Add to the onion and tomato to the food processor, process well and add it to the meat mixture with the ketchup and Worcestershire sauce. Process in the food processor the cooked potatoes, then add to the stew, stirring until any lumps are removed. Stir in the salt. At this point, the stew should be soupy not watery. If the stew is too thick to stir easily with a flat spatula or pancake turner, thin it slightly with more reserved pork and chicken stock. Cook for 30 minutes, stirring constantly.
- Puree and add the corn, then continue to cook the stew over very low heat for 1 hour, stirring often and scraping the bottom of the stock pot with a flat spatula or pancake turner to avoid scorching.
TRADITIONAL BRUNSWICK STEW
Folks moving to this part of the country (Georgia) often fall in love with Brunswick Stew, usually a side dish at barbecue restaurants. This version is delicious but simple to make. People feud over whether the stew should have potatoes and lima beans in it, but this is a purist stew (except for the sneaky addition of potato flakes).
Provided by Red_Apple_Guy
Categories Stew
Time 1h
Yield 14 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cook onion and garlic in oil until the onion is transparent. Add the meat and brown.
- Drain and add all other ingredients except potato flakes. Cook for 30 minutes over low heat, stirring often.
- Add potato flakes (more or less than the amount listed)to thicken to desired consistency. Add salt, pepper and tabasco to taste.
BRUNSWICK STEW
Got this from our preacher's wife and has got to be, hands down, the best Brunswick stew we have ever eaten. I used this recipe for the Thanksgiving dinner at work and took home first prize in the "other" category and grand prize over all.
Provided by wattamess
Categories Beginner Cook
Time 8h5m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix all ingredients together and pour into a large crock pot. Cook on low heat for 8 hours stirring occasionally.
- This can be cooked on high for 4 hours but you need to watch it more closely for sticking.
- Goes GREAT with cornbread!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 382.4, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 85.2, Sodium 668.3, Carbohydrate 34.2, Fiber 4, Sugar 12.9, Protein 32.2
BRUNSWICK STEW
Provided by Edna Lewis
Categories Soup/Stew Chicken Tomato Stew High Fiber Dinner Rabbit Corn Lima Bean Bell Pepper Winter Gourmet Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added
Yield Makes 6 to 8 (main course) servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pat rabbit dry and sprinkle evenly with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
- Whisk together flour and cayenne in a shallow bowl, then dredge rabbit in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a wide 6- to 7-quart heavy pot over medium heat until it shimmers. Brown half of rabbit, turning once, about 10 minutes total. Transfer to a plate. Add 1 tablespoon oil to pot and brown remaining rabbit; transfer to plate.
- Add remaining tablespoon oil to pot along with onion, bell pepper, garlic, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring and scraping up brown bits, until vegetables are softened, about 8 minutes.
- Add bay leaf, broth, tomatoes with juice, and rabbit with any meat juices from plate and bring to a simmer. Simmer, covered, 50 minutes.
- Stir in corn and lima beans, then simmer, uncovered, until stew is slightly thickened and vegetables are tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Discard bay leaf.
BRUNSWICK STEW
Brunswick stew dates back to the 1860s, when it was served as a complete meal. We now use it as an accompaniment to barbecues. It is delicious picnic fare when served with country ribs, coleslaw or potato salad. When I make this stew, I double the recipe and freeze small portions so we can enjoy it at several meals. -Alyce Ray, Forest Park, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h5m
Yield 6 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place the pork chops, chicken and round steak in a large Dutch oven; cover with water. Cover and cook for 1-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. , Strain stock into another large kettle; refrigerate overnight. Remove bones from meat; dice and place in a separate bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , The next day, skim fat from stock. Add the tomatoes, onion, tomato sauce, vinegar, sugar, garlic and pepper sauce. Simmer, uncovered, for 45 minutes. , Add the kernel corn, cream-style corn and reserved meat; heat through. Stir in bread crumbs; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
BRUNSWICK STEW
Provided by Food Network
Time 2h40m
Yield 20 plus servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the diced onions and the garlic and saute until the onions are translucent, about 15 minutes. Stir in the cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt and Worcestershire sauce. Simmer for 5 minutes then add 1/2 cup of vinegar sauce and 1/2 cup of bbq sauce. Stir in the pulled pork, chicken, turkey, and brisket. Add the crushed tomatoes and all of the vegetables. Stir in the chicken stock and let simmer for a couple hours over medium heat. Transfer the stew to a serving bowl and serve with warm buttermilk cornbread, if desired.
HEARTY BRUNSWICK STEW
Like a thick, hearty soup, this stew is packed with tender chicken and an eye-catching combination of vegetables. I could never wait patiently to eat when Mother was cooking this stew. -Milded Sherrer, Fort Worth, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven, slowly bring the chicken and water to a boil. Cover and simmer for 45-60 minutes or until chicken is tender, skimming the surface as foam rises. , Remove chicken and set aside until cool enough to handle. Remove and discard skin and bones. Cube chicken and return to broth., Add the potatoes, onions, beans and seasonings. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Stir in remaining ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until slightly thickened.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 589 calories, Fat 25g fat (9g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 1147mg sodium, Carbohydrate 47g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 40g protein.
AUNT DOT'S BRUNSWICK STEW
This recipe is adapted from a recipe shared by our Aunt Dot. The ground turkey makes it healthier, although ground beef can be used instead. Can be made in a slow cooker for an easy yummy meal! Good Virginia cooking!
Provided by Karen
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Brunswick Stew Recipes
Time 3h30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring water to boil in a saucepan; add potatoes, and boil until tender ( about 15 minutes).
- Pour the potatoes and the water used to boil them into a large pot. Stir in onion, peas, corn, tomatoes, ground turkey, and bacon. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the salt, pepper, garlic salt, and sugar. If stew appears too watery, stir together flour and some of the stew liquid in a small cup, and then stir mixture into the stew. Continue cooking for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 398.6 calories, Carbohydrate 42.7 g, Cholesterol 72.4 mg, Fat 15.6 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 22.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 2859.3 mg, Sugar 11.1 g
Tips:
- Choose the right type of meat: Use a combination of meats, such as venison, pork, and beef, to create a flavorful stew.
- Brown the meat before stewing: Browning the meat adds depth of flavor and helps to prevent the stew from becoming bland.
- Use a variety of vegetables: Add a variety of vegetables, such as okra, corn, tomatoes, and potatoes, to create a stew that is both flavorful and nutritious.
- Season the stew well: Use a combination of spices, such as salt, pepper, paprika, and cumin, to season the stew to your taste.
- Simmer the stew for a long time: Simmering the stew for a long time allows the flavors to develop and meld together.
Conclusion:
Texas Brunswick Stew is a hearty and flavorful stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. By following the tips above, you can create a delicious stew that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a comforting and satisfying meal, give Texas Brunswick Stew a try.
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