Sweet Ginger Pork Stew Recipe

Name: Sweet Ginger Pork Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 lb bacon, chopped; 3 lbs pork shoulder, cubed 1-inchX1-inch; 1 large onion, chopped; 5 garlic cloves, smashed; 3 teaspoons gingerroot, grated; 2 cups pumpkin flesh, shredded; 2 cups turnips, diced; 2 cups carrots, sliced 1/4-inch coins; 2 cups beef stock; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1/4 cup honey; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon cardamom; 2 bay leaves; 1 teaspoon orange zest; 1 orange, Juice of; 3 cups potatoes, diced; 2 cups sliced frozen green beans or 2 cups peas; 1/2 cup parsley, minced; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

1/2 lb bacon, chopped
3 lbs pork shoulder, cubed 1-inchX1-inch
1 large onion, chopped
5 garlic cloves, smashed
3 teaspoons gingerroot, grated
2 cups pumpkin flesh, shredded
2 cups turnips, diced
2 cups carrots, sliced 1/4-inch coins
2 cups beef stock
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
2 bay leaves
1 teaspoon orange zest
1 orange, Juice of
3 cups potatoes, diced
2 cups sliced frozen green beans or 2 cups peas
1/2 cup parsley, minced
salt and pepper

1
In large stock pot, render fat from bacon -cooking on med low - remove bacon from pot using slotted spoon, set aside. Brown Pork in bacon fat in small batches, remove pork from pot using slotted spoon.
2
Pour off excessive drippings from pot (leaving some for deglazing). Add Onion, Garlic, and Ginger. Saute. Once onions have started to brown stir in Pumpkin, turnip ,Carrots. Pour in 1/2 beef stock to finish deglazing pot. Stir well.
3
Add remainder of Beef stock, Brown sugar, Honey, nutmeg, cardemom, Bayleaves, Orange zest, and the juice of an orange. Allow to simmer on low covered for 1 hour. stirring occaisionally.
4
Add Potatoes. Allow to simmer for an additional 1/2 hour.
5
Stir in Sliced green beans or peas, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. Because I personally don't like mushy beans or peas I turn off the stew here. But you may cook for an additional 15 minutes.

1682

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

130

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 lb bacon, chopped, 3 lbs pork shoulder, cubed 1-inchX1-inch, 1 large onion, chopped, 5 garlic cloves, smashed, and more.

Yes, Sweet Ginger Pork 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet Ginger Pork Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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