Print

Amazing 1 Apple Cider Pork Stew Comfort

Apple Cider Pork Stew
Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Enjoy this warm and comforting Apple Cider Pork Stew, perfect for a cozy meal. Sasha brings her intuitive cooking style to this hearty dish.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, sliced
  • 2 celery stalks, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 cups apple cider (not hard cider)
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
  • 1 bay leaf

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork cubes dry with paper towels.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  3. Brown the pork in batches on all sides. Remove the pork and set it aside.
  4. Add the onion, carrots, and celery to the pot. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  5. Stir in the garlic, thyme, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the apple cider and chicken broth. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  7. Return the pork to the pot. Add the bay leaf.
  8. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and cook for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the pork is tender.
  9. If you prefer a thicker stew, mix the flour with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the simmering stew and cook for 5 minutes until thickened.
  10. Remove the bay leaf before serving.

Notes

  • Sasha suggests tasting the cider first; if it is very tart, you might want to add a small pinch of brown sugar.
  • This stew tastes even better the next day.
  • Serve this stew over mashed potatoes or with crusty bread for dipping.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://savorsensations.com/apple-cider-pork-stew-comfort-recipe/