La Gallimafrée

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 12
A Hearty French Stew Recipe - La Gallimafrée
in Stew

Prep

30 min

Cook

2 hours 15 min

Ready In

2 hours 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

100 ml red wine
1/2 tablespoon honey
80 g raisins
16 dried apricot halves
2 carrots
3 celery ribs
1 onion
800 g pork shoulder
2 tablespoons vinegar
1 teaspoon of fresh mint , finely chopped
coarse salt
black pepper
1/2 teaspoon caraway seed

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
487
Sugar
43g
Fat
29g
La Gallimafrée is a traditional French dish that translates to 'odds and ends' in English. The name comes from the fact that the recipe uses a mix of different ingredients, creating a flavorful and hearty stew. It's a dish that is often enjoyed during the colder months or on special occasions. It has its roots in medieval France, where it was a popular dish amongst the peasants due to the inexpensive ingredients used. Today, it's often thought of as being rustic French cuisine, with its rich flavors and wholesome ingredients.

Instructions

1.Preheat your oven to 375°F/180°C.
2.In a small bowl, mix together the red wine and honey until well combined.
3.In a medium-sized pot over high heat, bring 1 cup of water to a boil. Add the raisins and dried apricots, then remove from heat. Let the fruit soak for 15 minutes.
4.While the fruit soaks, wash and prep the vegetables. Peel the carrots and chop them into 1-inch pieces. Slice the celery ribs width-wise into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Peel and chop the onion into 1-inch pieces.
5.Season the pork shoulder all over with salt and black pepper. Heat a large Dutch oven over high heat. Add the pork shoulder and sear on all sides until browned, about 8 minutes total. Remove the pork from the pot and set aside on a plate.
6.In the same pot, add the onion, celery, and carrots. Cook for 10 to 12 minutes over medium heat, or until vegetables are soft.
7.Return the pork to the pot and add the vinegar, mint, caraway seeds, and the soaked fruit mixture. Pour in the red wine and honey mixture, as well as enough water to come up about 1/3 of the way up the pork.
8.Cover the pot with a lid and place it into the preheated oven. Cook for 2 hours, or until the pork is tender and fully cooked. Stir every 1/2 hour or so to make sure everything is cooking evenly.
9.Once the pork is done, remove it from the pot and let it rest on a cutting board for 5 to 10 minutes.
10.With a slotted spoon, remove the vegetables and fruit from the pot and place them into a serving dish.
11.Slice the pork and arrange it over the vegetables. Serve hot with crusty bread and enjoy!

PROS

La Gallimafrée is a comfort food that is both flavorful and filling.
It is made with wholesome ingredients like pork, vegetables, and dried fruit.

It’s a one-dish meal which makes it easy and convenient for a busy weeknight dinner.

CONS

This recipe takes a little over 2 hours to make, which can be a downside for those with little time on their hands.

Due to the high fat content of pork shoulder, it’s not the healthiest option for those who are watching their fat intake or on a low-fat diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

La Gallimafrée is a good source of protein and vitamins, particularly B vitamins like B12 and niacin. The dried apricots provide a good dose of fiber, potassium, and vitamin A. The caraway seeds can aid in digestion and may help relieve gas and bloating. However, the recipe calls for a high amount of salt, so it’s important to balance it with a lower salt intake for the rest of the day.

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