Latvian Pork Stew with Prunes and Apples

Name: Latvian Pork Stew with Prunes and Apples
Prep time: PT25 minutes
Cook time: PT2 hours 30 minutes
Total time: PT2 hours 55 minutes
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Latvia
Ingredients: 2 lbs Boneless pork shoulder (cut into 1-inch cubes); 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil; 2 medium Yellow onions (quartered); 2 medium Carrots (cut diagonally into 1-inch slices); 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced); 1 cup Chicken stock; 1 cup Beef stock; 1 teaspoon Dried sage; 0.5 teaspoon Ground allspice; 0.75 teaspoon Salt; 1 to taste Black pepper; 2 medium Russet potatoes (peeled and quartered (about 1.5 lb)); 8 ounces Mushrooms (medium); 12 ounces Dried prunes; 2 medium Tart apples (peeled, cored, and quartered); 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour; 0.25 cup Water

A hearty and flavorful stew featuring tender pork shoulder slow-cooked with sweet prunes and tart apples, creating a rich, comforting dish with a balance of savory and fruity notes.

준비 시간25 minutes

조리 시간2 hours 30 minutes

총 시간2 hours 55 minutes

1회 제공량6

난이도Medium

원본· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
In a large soup pot over medium heat, warm the vegetable oil. Add the cubed pork and stir/sauté for about 5 minutes or until browned.
2
Add the onions, carrots, and garlic; sauté for 2 minutes.
3
Add the chicken stock, beef stock, sage, allspice, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
4
Lower heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 30 minutes.
5
Add the potatoes and mushrooms; bring to a boil. Lower heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
6
Add the prunes and apples; simmer about 5-10 minutes or until meat, vegetables, and fruit are tender.
7
For a thicker stew, blend the flour and water in a cup. Stir this mixture into the stew for 2-3 minutes or until thickened.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓Using a fatty cut of pork shoulder will ensure tender and succulent meat.
✓Caramelizing the onions to a deep golden brown is crucial for developing a smoky flavor.
✓This stew can be made ahead of time and often tastes even better the next day.

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Some recipes omit the potatoes and suggest serving the stew with buttered parsley potatoes on the side.
A touch of Worcestershire sauce and liquid smoke can be added for an extra layer of flavor, as seen in some variations.