My friend gave me this recipe years ago. I had never tried the pork/pear combination before. Well,I found that I couldn't eat just one bowl. The flavor of the pears/vanilla and herbs is such a great compliment to pork. something different and unexpected. This stew also reheats beautifully. A wonderful winter/spring dish. Serve by...
Provided by Allison Hazell
Categories Other Soups
Time 2h30m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- 1. Sprinkle pork with salt and pepper on all sides.Heat large heavy pot (8qt) over medium high heat x a few minutes, then add olive oil
- 2. Lower in pork pieces and cook 3 minutes on a side (till deep caramel in color). Do not try to cram more than one layer, will likely need to do a few batches.Turn heat to medium-low and pour off most of fat (leave thin layer).
- 3. Add in onions and garlic. Cook till softened. Add in broth and wine and scrape bottom of pan with wooden spoon to get up all the caramelized bits
- 4. Add pears, then add back in pork. Tie thyme together with bay leaves and vanilla bean using kitchen twine and nestle between pieces of pork. Cover and cook at a gentle simmer over very low heat until meat is tender, about 2 hours.
- 5. Take out pork and cover loosely. Discard herbs. Add chopped thyme to pot, increase the heat, and boil off liquid until thick enough to coat a spoon (5-10 minutes). Add in parsley and lemon and adjust to taste. Return pork to pan and serve.
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Sharmaake Maxamad
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe. It was a waste of time and ingredients.
Siyanda Ncube
[email protected]This is the worst pork stew I've ever had. The meat was tough and the pears were mushy.
Donna Ried
[email protected]I'm allergic to pears, so I used apples instead. The stew was still delicious!
Ff Lavar
[email protected]I accidentally used chicken broth instead of beef broth, but the stew still turned out great! I think it's a versatile recipe that can be easily adapted.
Namuli Jane
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my stew turned out really bland. I think I might have used too much water.
yeon
[email protected]This stew is a great way to use up leftover pork. It's also a great dish to make for a crowd.
Guadalupe Garcia
[email protected]I love that this stew is made with all fresh ingredients. It really makes a difference in the flavor.
E. A
[email protected]This stew is perfect for a cold winter night. It's hearty and filling, and the pears add a touch of sweetness that makes it really comforting.
Don Pablo
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of pork, but this stew was amazing! The pears and thyme really elevate the flavor.
Phillips Olamide
[email protected]This is my new favorite pork stew recipe! It's so flavorful and comforting, and the pears add a really nice touch.
Michael Jerro
[email protected]I would not recommend this recipe. It was a waste of time and ingredients.
Daphney Lishivha
[email protected]The stew was easy to make, but it didn't turn out very well. The pork was tough and the pears were mushy.
Evans Kakoma
[email protected]I found the stew to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning.
Abdlla Nony
[email protected]The stew was a bit too sweet for my taste, but I think that's just a matter of personal preference. I would try it again with less pears.
Barbara Munkondia
[email protected]I wasn't sure how the pears would work in this dish, but I was pleasantly surprised. They added a nice sweetness and texture.
Gibson Simon
[email protected]The pork was so tender and juicy, and the pears were perfectly cooked. I will definitely be making this dish again!
Kyla Symes
[email protected]This stew is so easy to make, yet it tastes like it took hours to prepare. I love that I can throw it all in the pot and let it simmer while I go about my day.
P Nr
[email protected]I love how the pears add a unique twist to this classic dish. They give it a sweetness that is both unexpected and delightful.
Lil Venom
[email protected]This pork stew with pears and thyme is an absolute delight! The flavors are incredibly well-balanced, with the sweetness of the pears complementing the savory pork and the thyme adding a touch of sophistication.