Make-Ahead: Basque Pork Stew

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Intermediate
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Make-Ahead: Basque Pork Stew

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4 Calories: 648.8

Description

This Basque-inspired pork stew is a hearty, comforting dish that showcases tender chunks of pork shoulder braised with sweet red peppers, salty prosciutto, and bright orange zest. The combination of savory tomato paste, aromatic garlic, and warm spices like paprika and thyme creates a deep, complex flavor profile. Ideal for make-ahead meals, the stew tastes even better the next day as the flavors meld together. Its perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or gathering with family, offering a rustic yet elegant main course that feels both homestyle and sophisticated.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Cut the pork shoulder into 1-1/2-inch cubes.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a deep skillet or shallow saucepan over medium-high heat.
  3. Brown the pork cubes in batches, adding more oil as necessary. Do not crowd the pan to ensure proper browning.
  4. Sprinkle the browned pork with salt and pepper, then transfer to a plate.
  5. Add the sliced onions to the skillet and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes until softened.
  6. Add the chicken stock and tomato paste to the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a boil.
  7. Return the browned pork to the skillet.
  8. Stir in the red pepper strips, prosciutto, sliced garlic, paprika, thyme, and hot pepper flakes.
  9. Grate the zest from the orange and add it to the stew.
  10. Peel the orange, chop the flesh coarsely, and stir it into the stew.
  11. Reduce the heat to low, cover the skillet, and simmer for 1 to 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally, until the pork is tender.
  12. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 648.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 43.0g67%
Saturated Fat 12.9g65%
Cholesterol 181.6mg61%
Sodium 140.7mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 61.3g123%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: basque, stew, pork, shoulder, mediterranean, make-ahead, braised, comfort food, orange zest, prosciutto, red pepper, garlic, simmered, hearty, family dinner, rustic, spiced, thyme, paprika, one-pot
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