Kentucky Burgoo Recipe

Name: Kentucky Burgoo
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lb. pork shank; lean stewing beat; 2 lb. beef shank; lean stewing meat; 4 lb. stewing hen; 2 lb. veal shank; lean stewing meat; 2 lb. breast of lamb; 2 gal. water; 1-1/2 lb. white potatoes, peeled and diced; 2 green peppers, cored, seeded and diced; 2 pods hot red pepper, seeded and minced; 2 cups diced okra, fresh; frozen; 1 cup diced celery; 1 bunch carrots, peeled and diced, about 6 carrots; 2 cups chopped cabbage; 2 cups whole kernel corn, fresh, frozen; canned; 2 cups lima beans, fresh; frozen; 1 qt. tomato puree; 2 cups A-1 sauce; 2 cups Worcestershire sauce; Salt; Cayenne pepper; Tabasco sauce; Chopped fresh parsley

Servings: persons

2 lb. pork shank
lean stewing beat
2 lb. beef shank
lean stewing meat
4 lb. stewing hen
2 lb. veal shank
lean stewing meat
2 lb. breast of lamb
2 gal. water
1-1/2 lb. white potatoes, peeled and diced
2 green peppers, cored, seeded and diced
2 pods hot red pepper, seeded and minced
2 cups diced okra, fresh
frozen
1 cup diced celery
1 bunch carrots, peeled and diced, about 6 carrots
2 cups chopped cabbage
2 cups whole kernel corn, fresh, frozen
canned
2 cups lima beans, fresh
frozen
1 qt. tomato puree
2 cups A-1 sauce
2 cups Worcestershire sauce
Salt
Cayenne pepper
Tabasco sauce
Chopped fresh parsley

1
Put all the meat into 8 quarts cold water and bring to boil.
2
Simmer until tender enough to fall from bones, about 3 1/2 to 4 hours.
3
Remove meat from stock, cool; bone and chop.
4
Return meat to stock and add vegetables, tomato puree, A-1 and Worcestershire sauces.
5
Simmer until all vegetables are done and stew is thick but still not soupy.
6
Stir frequently with a long handled spoon, and adjust seasonings.
7
Cooking will require 6 to 8 hours at a simmer.
8
Garnish with parsley.
9
Suggested Accompaniments: Bran Corn Bread and green salad.
10
Kentucky Burgoo is often served in mugs rather than bowls.

2206

kcal

Calories

120

Fat

Carbs

194

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 28 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lb. pork shank, lean stewing beat, 2 lb. beef shank, lean stewing meat, and more.

Yes, Kentucky Burgoo falls under the Meat & Poultry 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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Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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