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Slow Cooker Hearty Pork and Vegetable Stew

Close-up of a rich, dark brown pork stew with tender chunks of meat, carrots, and potatoes, steaming slightly.
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This slow cooker pork stew recipe creates tender pork chunks and hearty root vegetables in a rich, savory broth. It is a comforting, easy-to-make family dinner perfect for cold weather.

Ingredients

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  • 2.5 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup dry red wine (optional, substitute with more broth)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for thickening)
  • 1/2 cup cold water (for slurry)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork cubes dry and season them with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Remove the browned pork and set it aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Transfer the browned pork, onions, and garlic to your slow cooker.
  5. Add the beef broth, red wine (if using), tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, and bay leaf to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
  6. Cover and cook on low for 6 to 7 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until the pork is very tender.
  7. About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the carrots and potatoes. Continue cooking until the vegetables are tender.
  8. Remove the bay leaf. In a small bowl, whisk together the flour and cold water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry slowly into the stew.
  9. Cover and cook for the final 15 to 20 minutes, or until the gravy has thickened to your liking. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot.

Notes

  • For an even richer flavor, sear the pork shoulder pieces in the slow cooker insert on the sauté setting before adding the liquids, if your model allows.
  • This tender pork stew pairs well with crusty bread for soaking up the savory homestyle gravy.
  • If you prefer a Southwestern Pork Stew flavor, substitute the thyme with 1 tablespoon of chili powder and 1 teaspoon of cumin, and add one can of diced green chiles during the last hour of cooking.

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