Pork and Quinoa Stew Recipe

Name: Pork and Quinoa Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 pound pork shoulder, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped; 1 bay leaf; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon tomato paste; 3 cups water; 1/2 cup quinoa; 2 large potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped parsley leaves

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound pork shoulder, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
1 tablespoon tomato paste
3 cups water
1/2 cup quinoa
2 large potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped parsley leaves

1
In a large saucepan set over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon of the oil.
2
When the oil shimmers, add the pork and brown on all sides.
3
Transfer the pork to a plate or bowl.
4
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil over medium-high heat.
5
When shimmering, add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 10 minutes.
6
Add the garlic, jalapeno, bay leaf, cumin, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and tomato paste and cook, stirring, for 30 seconds.
7
Add the water, quinoa, reserved pork and potatoes and bring to a boil.
8
Season with salt to taste.
9
Simmer until the pork, potatoes and quinoa are tender, about 20 minutes.
10
Add parsley, stir, divide among four bowls and serve.

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

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 pound pork shoulder, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Pork and Quinoa Stew 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.

Pork and Quinoa Stew

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