PORK STEW WITH PEARS AND SWEET POTATOES
It's nice knowing that pears, which we think of almost exclusively for desserts in this country, are often used in savory ways in Eastern European cuisines. In this stew, caraway seeds, allspice and fennel reinforce that heritage, while sweet potatoes add rich, round flavors. Although bone-in ribs seem a bit more flavorful, boneless are also fine here. You can even use a combination of both if that's what turns out to be in the package you buy at the store. Because the pears can turn mushy overnight, this is the rare stew that's actually best served the day that it's made.
Provided by John Willoughby
Categories dinner, soups and stews, main course
Time 2h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- If using bone-in ribs, cut away the bones and set aside. Cut pork into 1-inch cubes, sprinkle the ribs evenly with the salt and allow to stand, refrigerated, for at least 1 hour and no more than 12 hours. Move oven rack to middle position and heat oven to 325 degrees.
- Dry pork cubes well and sprinkle generously with pepper. Heat oil over medium-high heat in Dutch oven or other large, heavy pot until shimmering. Working in batches to avoid crowding, brown the pork well (including bones if you have them), transferring to a platter as browned, adding more oil in between batches if needed.
- Add the onions and fennel to the pot and cook, stirring frequently, until onions are transparent, 7 to 10 minutes. Add the wine and bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve any fond on the bottom of the pot. Add the pork (and bones if you have them), sweet potatoes, caraway seeds, allspice, bay leaves and enough chicken stock to just cover the meat. Bring to a simmer, cover and place in oven for 1 hour. Add the pears to the pot, then continue to cook until meat is very tender, about 30 to 45 minutes more.
- Remove bones from pot, stir in lemon juice, then serve stew in bowls, passing mustard separately so people can put a dollop on their stew if desired.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 876, UnsaturatedFat 19 grams, Carbohydrate 55 grams, Fat 43 grams, Fiber 12 grams, Protein 63 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1428 milligrams, Sugar 26 grams, TransFat 0 grams
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Ihtisham Shami
[email protected]This stew is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. The pears and sweet potatoes are a great way to sneak in some extra nutrients.
Rojina Gautam
[email protected]I made this stew in my Dutch oven over the campfire. It was the perfect meal for a cold night. The stew was hearty and flavorful, and the pears and sweet potatoes added a nice touch of sweetness.
Shem is Here
[email protected]This stew was a bit too spicy for my taste. I would recommend using less chili powder or cayenne pepper.
Adeel Nasir
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes to try, and this stew definitely fit the bill. The combination of pork, pears, and sweet potatoes was unique and delicious. I will definitely be making this again.
Aneesa Jaggernauth
[email protected]This stew is a great make-ahead meal. I made it on a Sunday and then reheated it for dinner during the week. It was just as good the second time around.
Ivelianys Perez
[email protected]I'm a vegetarian, so I made this stew without the pork. It was still delicious! I added some extra vegetables, like mushrooms and zucchini, and it was a hearty and flavorful meal.
Sunusi Umar
[email protected]I made this stew in my Instant Pot and it was done in no time. The meat was tender and the vegetables were cooked perfectly. I served it over rice and it was a delicious and easy meal.
Losu Francis
[email protected]This stew was a great way to use up some leftover pork. The pears and sweet potatoes added a nice sweetness and the stew was very comforting. I will definitely be making this again.
Uche Samuel
[email protected]The stew was easy to make and the ingredients were easy to find. However, the flavor was a bit bland. I would recommend adding more spices or herbs to give it more flavor.
sibongile Lesenyeho
[email protected]This stew was a bit too sweet for my taste. I would recommend using less pears or adding some tart apples to balance out the sweetness.
ZUBAIR SAEED
[email protected]I added some chopped carrots and celery to the stew and it was even better. The vegetables added a nice crunch and extra flavor. I will definitely be making this stew again.
Captain Prince
[email protected]This was a delicious and easy stew to make. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfect. I served it with a side of crusty bread and it was the perfect comfort food.
Malik Rabbani
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pork, but I really enjoyed this stew. The pears and sweet potatoes added a nice sweetness that balanced out the pork. I would definitely make this again.
Mahad Bin Uzair
[email protected]I made this stew in my slow cooker and it turned out amazing. The meat was fall-apart tender and the flavors were so rich and comforting. I served it over mashed potatoes and everyone loved it.
Zara Mohsan
[email protected]This stew was a hit with my family! The pork was so tender and flavorful, the pears added a touch of sweetness, and the sweet potatoes were the perfect hearty addition. I will definitely be making this again.