Oven-Braised Sweet-and-Spicy Stew with Dried Fruit Recipe

Name: Oven-Braised Sweet-and-Spicy Stew with Dried Fruit
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups (about 1 1/2 pound) seitan cubes (1 inch); 1/4 cup raisins; 2/3 cup dried apples; 2/3 cup dried apricots; 1 cup water; 1 cup dry red wine; 1/2 cup cider vinegar; 2 shallots, minced; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1 large bay leaf; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 3 large carrots, cut into 3/4-inch chunks

Servings: persons

3 cups (about 1 1/2 pound) seitan cubes (1 inch)
1/4 cup raisins
2/3 cup dried apples
2/3 cup dried apricots
1 cup water
1 cup dry red wine
1/2 cup cider vinegar
2 shallots, minced
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1 large bay leaf
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 large carrots, cut into 3/4-inch chunks

1
Preheat the oven to 400F.
2
In a 2-quart saucepan, combine the raisins, apples, apricots, water, wine, vinegar, shallots, cumin, and bay leaf.
3
Over high heat, bring the ingredients to a low boil, then remove the pan from the heat and let the mixture stand, allowing the dried fruit to soften.
4
Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or flameproof casserole over medium heat.
5
Add the seitan cubes and saute them until they are well browned and crispy on all sides (about 15 minutes).
6
Reserving the juice, drain the softened dried fruit and add it to the seitan along with the carrots.
7
Simmer the seitan and fruit together for 5 minutes.
8
Add the reserved seasoned juice, and cover tightly.
9
Reduce the oven temperature to 350F.
10
Cook the stew in the oven until the carrots are tender (about 1 hour).
11
Remove the stew from the oven and stir once before serving.

159

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

How did you like this recipe?

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

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups (about 1 1/2 pound) seitan cubes (1 inch), 1/4 cup raisins, 2/3 cup dried apples, 2/3 cup dried apricots, and more.

Yes, Oven-Braised Sweet-and-Spicy Stew with Dried Fruit 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.

Oven-Braised Sweet-and-Spicy Stew with Dried Fruit

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions