Best 6 World Famous Brunswick Stew Recipes

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Welcome to the delectable journey of exploring the world-famous Brunswick stew, a dish that has captured the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts for centuries. Originating in the vibrant city of Brunswick, Georgia, this culinary masterpiece has been passed down through generations, evolving into a diverse array of recipes that reflect the unique culinary traditions and regional influences of the American South. Whether you prefer a traditional, slow-cooked stew brimming with tender meats and vegetables, or a more contemporary interpretation infused with bold flavors and modern ingredients, this article will guide you through the captivating world of Brunswick stew. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we unveil the secrets behind creating the perfect pot of this iconic dish.

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BRUNSWICK STEW



Brunswick Stew image

Provided by Food Network

Time 2h40m

Yield 20 plus servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

1/2 pound salted butter
3 cups (2 large) finely diced sweet onions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon salt
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup vinegar bbq sauce (recommended: Sapp Southern Soul Barbeque North Carolina)
1/2 cup brown sweet bbq sauce (recommended: Sapp Southern Soul Barbeque Georgia)
1 pound smoked pulled pork
1/2 pound smoked pulled chicken
1/2 pound smoked pulled turkey
1 pound smoked chopped beef brisket
1 (number 10) can crushed tomatoes
1 quart drained yellow corn kernels
1 quart drained baby lima beans
1 quart or more quality chicken stock or broth

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.

WORLD FAMOUS BRUNSWICK STEW RECIPE - (4.5/5)



World Famous Brunswick Stew Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by á-47266

Number Of Ingredients 36

First the sauce:
In a 2 quart sauce pan, over low heat, melt 1/4 cup of butter then add:
1 3/4 cups Catsup
1/4 cup Guldens Mustard
1/4 cup white vinegar
Blend until smooth, then add:
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (more if you like a bit of heat)
1/2 oz. Liquid Smoke
1 oz. Worcestershire Sauce
1 oz. Crystal Hot Sauce or 1/2 oz. Tabasco (more if you like a little more bite)
1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Blend until smooth, then add:
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
Stir constantly, increase heat to simmer (DO NOT BOIL) for approx. 10 minutes.
Makes approx. 3 1/2 cups of sauce (set aside - to be added later).
Then The Stew:
In a 10 qt. pot, over low heat melt 1/4 lb of butter then add: the onions and garlic in the butter for about 5 min. before adding potatoes and carrots.
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
2 cups diced onions
1 1/2 to 2 cups slice or dice carrots
5 cups Medium diced potatoes
2 32 oz. cans of chicken broth
Bring to a rolling boil, stirring until potatoes are near done, then add:
1 whole baked or roasted chicken (white and dark pulled from the bone.)
2 16 oz. Jack Daniels BBQ pulled pork
4 bay leafs
1 14 1/2 oz. can early peas
2 28oz. cans crushed tomatoes - (chop tomatoes, if you use stewed Tomatoes add liquid to the stew pot)
The prepared sauce
1 16 oz. can of baby lima beans
1/4 cup Liquid Smoke
2 14 1/2 oz. can corn
Slow simmer for 2 hours
Yields about 2 1/2 gallons

Steps:

  • First the sauce: In a 2 quart sauce pan, over low heat, melt ¼ cup of butter then add: 1¾ cups Catsup ¼ cup Guldens Mustard ¼ cup white vinegar Blend until smooth, then add: 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper (more if you like a bit of heat) ½ oz. Liquid Smoke 1 oz. Worcestershire Sauce 1 oz. Crystal Hot Sauce or ½ oz. Tabasco (more if you like a little more bite) ½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice Blend until smooth, then add: ¼ cup dark brown sugar Stir constantly, increase heat to simmer (DO NOT BOIL) for approx. 10 minutes. Makes approx. 3½ cups of sauce (set aside - to be added later). Then The Stew: In a 10 qt. pot, over low heat melt ¼ lb of butter then add: the onions and garlic in the butter for about 5 min. before adding potatoes and carrots. 1 tablespoon chopped garlic 2 cups diced onions 1 ½ to 2 cups slice or dice carrots 5 cups Medium diced potatoes 2 32 oz. cans of chicken broth Bring to a rolling boil, stirring until potatoes are near done, then add: 1 whole baked or roasted chicken (white and dark pulled from the bone.) 2 16 oz. Jack Daniels BBQ pulled pork 4 bay leafs 1 14½ oz. can early peas 2 28oz. cans crushed tomatoes - (chop tomatoes, if you use stewed Tomatoes add liquid to the stew pot) The prepared sauce 1 16 oz. can of baby lima beans ¼ cup Liquid Smoke 2 14½ oz. can corn Slow simmer for 2 hours Yields about 2 ½ gallons

GET A HUSBAND BRUNSWICK STEW



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The thickest, most wonderful Brunswick Stew you've ever had. Those of you who've never had Brunswick Stew will just die.... If you've had it before, you won't believe it. Old family recipe and the best stew around!!!

Provided by RAKESTRAW

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Brunswick Stew Recipes

Time 3h30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 cup chopped onions
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 ½ pounds ground pork
1 ½ pounds ground beef
1 (3 pound) whole cooked chicken, deboned and shredded
3 (14.5 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes with liquid, chopped
1 cup ketchup
½ cup hickory flavored barbeque sauce
salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon hot sauce to taste
1 green bell pepper
3 (14.75 ounce) cans cream style corn

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet, and saute the onions and celery until soft. Mix in the pork and beef, and cook until evenly browned. Do not drain.
  • Transfer the pork and beef mixture to a large stock pot over low heat. Stir in the shredded chicken, tomatoes and their liquid, ketchup, and barbeque sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and hot sauce. Place the whole green pepper into the mixture. Cook, stirring occasionally, 2 hours, or until thickened.
  • Stir the cream style corn into the stew mixture. Continue cooking 1 hour, or to desired consistency. Remove the green pepper; chop and return to the stew or discard.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.7 calories, Carbohydrate 25.3 g, Cholesterol 89.8 mg, Fat 18.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 28.5 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 836.1 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

TRADITIONAL BRUNSWICK STEW



Traditional Brunswick Stew image

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

1 onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed and chopped
2 lbs ground pork (chopped pork barbecue works well)
1 lb ground chicken
12 ounces diced tomatoes
2 (15 ounce) cans creamed corn
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (15 ounce) can water
1/8 cup mustard
1/4 cup barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons instant potato flakes
salt
fresh ground pepper
Tabasco sauce

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



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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

2 (10 ounce) cans castleberry barbecued pork
2 (10 ounce) cans castleberry barbecued beef
2 (16 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) can cooked chicken
1 (16 ounce) can cream-style corn
1 (16 ounce) can white corn kernels, drained
1 medium onion, chopped
1/2 cup hickory flavored barbecue sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon vinegar
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1 teaspoon pepper (or to taste)

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

BLUES BROTHERS WORLD FAMOUS BRUNSWICK STEW



Blues Brothers World Famous Brunswick Stew image

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 pounds boneless chicken breasts, cut in bite-size pieces
1 pound onion, chopped
2 teaspoons margarine
3 pounds potatoes, cubed
2 (15-ounce) cans corn, drained
1 (15-ounce) can green beans, drained
1 (15-ounce) can baby lima beans, drained
2 (10 3/4-ounce) cans tomato soup
1 pound minced pork barbecue
2 teaspoons black pepper
2 teaspoons Tabasco
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper

Steps:

  • Sauté chicken and onions in margarine. In a big pot, boil potatoes until semi-soft in just enough water to cover. Put vegetables, soup, barbecue, chicken and onions into pot with potatoes that have been drained. Add spices, stir, and simmer until hot.

Nutrition Facts : Nutritional Facts Serves

Tips for Making Brunswick Stew:

  • Choose the right meat. Traditionally, Brunswick stew is made with squirrel, rabbit, or chicken. However, you can also use beef, pork, or lamb. If you're using game meat, be sure to soak it in buttermilk or vinegar overnight to remove any gaminess.
  • Use fresh vegetables. The vegetables in Brunswick stew should be fresh and flavorful. Avoid using frozen or canned vegetables whenever possible.
  • Don't overcook the vegetables. The vegetables in Brunswick stew should be cooked until they're tender, but not mushy. Overcooked vegetables will lose their flavor and texture.
  • Use a good quality stock. The stock you use in Brunswick stew will make a big difference in the flavor of the dish. Use a homemade stock if you can, or a good quality store-bought stock.
  • Season the stew well. Brunswick stew should be well-seasoned with salt, pepper, and other spices. Don't be afraid to taste the stew as it's cooking and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  • Let the stew simmer. Brunswick stew is a slow-cooked dish that benefits from simmering for several hours. The longer the stew simmers, the more flavorful it will be.

Conclusion:

Brunswick stew is a delicious and hearty dish that's perfect for a cold winter day. It's also a great way to use up leftover meat and vegetables. With a little planning and effort, you can make a Brunswick stew that your family and friends will love.

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