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Fork-Tender Slow Cooker Pork Stew for Comforting Family Dinners

Close-up of tender chunks of pork stew with large pieces of potato and carrot in a rich brown gravy.
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You can make incredibly tender pork and hearty vegetables with this easy slow cooker pork stew recipe. It creates a rich, savory broth perfect for a satisfying, hands-off family dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs pork shoulder (pork stew meat), cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and thickly sliced
  • 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)
  • 1/2 cup dry red wine (optional, substitute with more broth)
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for thickening)
  • 1/4 cup cold water

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork cubes dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork in batches, turning to sear all sides. Do not crowd the pan. Remove the browned pork and place it in your slow cooker.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the same skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant. Scrape any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
  4. Transfer the onion and garlic mixture to the slow cooker.
  5. Add the carrots, potatoes, thyme, rosemary, remaining salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Pour the beef broth and red wine (if using) over the ingredients.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3 to 4 hours, until the pork is fork-tender.
  7. About 30 minutes before serving, mix the flour and cold water in a small bowl to create a slurry. Stir this slurry into the stew.
  8. Cover and cook on HIGH for the final 30 minutes, or until the broth has thickened to your liking. Taste and adjust seasonings before serving hot with crusty bread.

Notes

  • For the best flavor, take the time to brown the pork first; this step builds a deep, savory base for your broth.
  • If you prefer a richer color, substitute 1 tablespoon of tomato paste with the onions.
  • If you do not have a slow cooker, you can make this as a one pot pork stew by simmering covered on the stovetop over low heat for 2 to 2.5 hours.

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