Trieste Pork Stew Recipe

Name: Trieste Pork Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil (Batali uses 1 slice of pork fat back); 3 lbs pork shoulder, cubed; salt and pepper; 3 onions, sliced; 1 cup merlot (just use whatever dry red wine you've got open); 1 tablespoon smoked paprika; 2 bay leaves; 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves; 3/4 cup tomato paste (I just use a small can); 1 cup chicken stock (Batali uses veal stock); 1 lemon, juice of; To serve; 1 lb hot cooked pasta, buttered with; butter, and sprinkled with; fresh parsley

Servings: persons

2 -3 tablespoons olive oil (Batali uses 1 slice of pork fat back)
3 lbs pork shoulder, cubed
salt and pepper
3 onions, sliced
1 cup merlot (just use whatever dry red wine you've got open)
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
2 bay leaves
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary leaves
3/4 cup tomato paste (I just use a small can)
1 cup chicken stock (Batali uses veal stock)
1 lemon, juice of
To serve
1 lb hot cooked pasta, buttered with
butter, and sprinkled with
fresh parsley

1
In a Dutch Oven, heat the oil over medium heat.
2
Season the pork with salt and pepper and add to the oil and sear on all sides, working in batches if necessary.
3
Add the sliced onions and cook until they are browned and soft, about 10 minutes.
4
Add the wine and allow it to evaporate completely.
5
Add the paprika, bay leaves, rosemary.
6
Stir in tomato paste.
7
Cook for 3-4 minutes over high heat, then stir in the chicken stock.
8
Reduce heat to simmer, cover, and cook about 1.5-2 hours, until the sauce has thickened.
9
Stir in the lemon juice and season well with salt and pepper.
10
Serve immediately with buttered hot pasta.

2243

kcal

Calories

193

Fat

Carbs

114

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 -3 tablespoons olive oil (Batali uses 1 slice of pork fat back), 3 lbs pork shoulder, cubed, salt and pepper, 3 onions, sliced, and more.

Yes, Trieste 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!

Trieste Pork Stew

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Variations & substitutions

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