San Pasqual Stew Recipe

Name: San Pasqual Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (1 lb) package dried pinto bean, rinsed and picked over; 3 lbs beef short ribs; 2 sweet onions, chopped; 1 ½ tablespoons minced fresh garlic; 2 quarts water; 4 chicken breast halves, skinless, cut into bite size pieces; 1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, peeled diced, and drained; 1 (14 ounce) can diced green chilies; 1 (15 ounce) can yellow hominy, drained; 12 head napa cabbage, finely shredded (~4 cups); ½ teaspoon salt; ½ teaspoon pepper; 14-½ teaspoon cayenne

Servings: persons

1 (1 lb) package dried pinto bean, rinsed and picked over
3 lbs beef short ribs
2 sweet onions, chopped
1 ½ tablespoons minced fresh garlic
2 quarts water
4 chicken breast halves, skinless, cut into bite size pieces
1 (28 ounce) can tomatoes, peeled diced, and drained
1 (14 ounce) can diced green chilies
1 (15 ounce) can yellow hominy, drained
12 head napa cabbage, finely shredded (~4 cups)
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon pepper
14-½ teaspoon cayenne

1
Place beans in a 6-qt.
2
Dutch oven.
3
Add ribs, onions, garlic, and water.
4
Heat to boiling over high heat.
5
Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 1 1/2 hours.
6
Stir in chicken, tomatoes with juices, and chilies.
7
Cover and cook 15 minutes.
8
With the back of a large spoon or a potato masher, mash some of the pinto beans in pot to thicken stew.
9
Stir in hominy, cabbage, salt, pepper, and cayenne.
10
Turn off heat, cover, and let stand 5 minutes.
11
(DH prefers I cook it 5 minutes, then let it sit 5 minutes.)
12
Serve with shredded Monterey Jack cheese, chopped cilantro, scallions, salsa and bread or tortillas.

1049

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

121

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (1 lb) package dried pinto bean, rinsed and picked over, 3 lbs beef short ribs, 2 sweet onions, chopped, 1 ½ tablespoons minced fresh garlic, and more.

Yes, San Pasqual 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.

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San Pasqual Stew

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