Kentucky Burgoo Recipe

Name: Kentucky Burgoo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon canola oil, divided; 1 pound boneless sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1/2 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes; 1/2 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces; 3 1/2 cups water, divided; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided; 1 (14-ounce) can less-sodium beef broth; 1 cup (1-inch) pieces onion; 1 cup (1-inch) pieces green bell pepper; 1 cup (1-inch) pieces carrot; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 2 1/2 cups (1/2-inch) cubed peeled baking potato (about 12 ounces); 1 cup fresh or frozen lima beans; 1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels; 1 cup fresh or frozen cut okra; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 3 tablespoons cider vinegar; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; Chopped fresh parsley (optional)

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon canola oil, divided
1 pound boneless sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 1/2 cups water, divided
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
1 (14-ounce) can less-sodium beef broth
1 cup (1-inch) pieces onion
1 cup (1-inch) pieces green bell pepper
1 cup (1-inch) pieces carrot
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 1/2 cups (1/2-inch) cubed peeled baking potato (about 12 ounces)
1 cup fresh or frozen lima beans
1 cup fresh or frozen corn kernels
1 cup fresh or frozen cut okra
1 tablespoon chopped fresh or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
3 tablespoons cider vinegar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
Chopped fresh parsley (optional)

1
Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add half of beef, pork, and chicken; saute 5 minutes or until browned. Remove beef mixture from pan; repeat procedure with remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons oil, beef, pork, and chicken. Add 3 cups water, salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and broth, scraping pan to loosen browned bits. Add beef mixture, onion, bell pepper, carrot, and garlic to pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer, uncovered, 1 hour or until beef is tender, stirring occasionally.
2
Add remaining 1/2 cup water, potato, beans, corn, okra, thyme, and 1 tablespoon parsley; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 30 minutes or until potato is tender. Stir in remaining 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, sugar, and the next 4 ingredients (through tomatoes); simmer 30 minutes or until mixture is thick. Sprinkle with additional parsley, if desired.

1040

kcal

Calories

Fat

101

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon canola oil, divided, 1 pound boneless sirloin steak, cut into 1-inch cubes, 1/2 pound pork tenderloin, cut into 1-inch cubes, 1/2 pound skinless, boneless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Kentucky Burgoo falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kentucky Burgoo

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