THREE SISTERS STEW

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Matt Mead, the governor of Wyoming, recalls being taken out by his grandfather on the family ranch to shoot his first duck for Thanksgiving at age 9, when he was so small that his grandfather had to brace him from behind to help absorb the kick from the shotgun. Game is found on many Thanksgiving tables in the state, but other traditions predate the hunt. The trinity of corn, beans and squash was central to the agriculture of the Plains Indians in what would later become Wyoming, and some cooks honor that history each Thanksgiving with a dish called Three Sisters stew. The writer Pamela Sinclair's version is a highlight of her 2008 cookbook, "A Taste of Wyoming: Favorite Recipes From the Cowboy State." The stew works nicely as a rich side dish for turkey, and can easily be adapted to vegetarian tastes by omitting the pork and adding a pound of cubed butternut squash instead.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     dinner, lunch, soups and stews, main course

Time 1h40m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 pound trimmed pork loin, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Kosher salt, as needed
Black pepper, as needed
2 tablespoons neutral oil, such as canola
1 large yellow onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups turkey or chicken stock, preferably homemade or low-sodium
1 medium yellow squash, diced
1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained
1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained
1 (14 1/2-ounce) can chopped tomatoes
2 cups fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 (4-ounce) can roasted green chiles (1/2 cup)
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Season pork with cumin, salt and pepper. Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add pork, in batches if necessary, and cook, turning as needed, until lightly browned on all sides, 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer pork to a bowl and set aside.
  • Add onion to pan and sauté, stirring occasionally, until translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Add garlic and sauté, stirring occasionally, until lightly colored, 2 to 3 minutes. Return pork to pan, along with stock and squash, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for about 30 minutes.
  • Add beans, tomatoes, corn and chiles and cook, uncovered, over medium heat until stew has thickened, about 40 minutes. Add cilantro and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 389, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 44 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 10 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 1071 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Rizwan Cheema
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I'm going to make this stew ahead of time and freeze it. I think it would be a great way to have a delicious meal ready to go on a busy weeknight.


Debrah Kirksey
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I'm going to add some chopped fresh herbs to this stew. I think it would add a nice fresh flavor.


Azlan Khan
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I'm going to top this stew with some shredded cheese. I think it would add a nice cheesy flavor.


i_do_not_exist
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I'm going to serve this stew with some crusty bread. I think it would be a great way to soak up the delicious broth.


Aqeel Abbasi
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I'm going to make this stew in a Dutch oven. I think it would be a great way to cook it slowly and evenly.


Sufyan Msufyan7865
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I'm going to cook this stew in my Instant Pot. I think it would be a great way to cook it quickly and easily.


Joshua Squires
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I'm going to use a vegetable broth instead of a chicken broth. I think it would make this stew more flavorful.


Tom Shupe
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I'm going to add some chopped green peppers and onions to this stew. I think it would add a nice crunch and flavor.


Ena Palmer
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I'm going to use a variety of beans in this stew, including black beans, kidney beans, and pinto beans.


Qasim Sajjad
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I'm going to add some chopped bacon to this stew. I think it would add a nice smoky flavor.


Salmin Khabib
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I'm a vegetarian, so I'm going to try making this stew with tofu instead of meat.


Natalia Henao
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I'm going to make this stew for my next dinner party. I think my guests will love it.


Martins Kalme
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I'm not sure what to serve with this stew. Maybe some cornbread or biscuits?


Sauda Kawanga
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I'm going to try making this stew in my slow cooker. I think it would be a great way to cook it low and slow.


Md.Billal Hossan
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This stew looks like it would be perfect for a cold winter night.


Favour Eko
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I'm not a big fan of squash, but I think I would still enjoy this stew. The other ingredients sound so good.


Shani Mehar
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I love the idea of using three different types of beans in this stew. It sounds like it would be very flavorful.


Praise Notwanwe
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This looks delicious! I'm definitely going to try making it this week.


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