Hearty and comforting Pork and Sweet Potato Stew

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Hearty and comforting Pork and Sweet Potato Stew
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on June 29, 2024

This Pork and Sweet Potato Stew is a perfect fall and winter comfort food. The tender pork, sweet potatoes, and hearty vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth make for a satisfying meal that will warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs pork shoulder, cubed
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, chopped
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 4 cups chicken broth
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 tsp rosemary
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil

Directions

  1. In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat.
  2. Add the pork cubes and brown them on all sides.
  3. Add the onion, garlic, carrots, and celery. Cook until the vegetables are softened.
  4. Add the sweet potatoes, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until the pork is tender.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamin A, which is important for vision and immune function.
  • Pork shoulder is a flavorful cut of meat that becomes tender and juicy when cooked low and slow in stews.