Pork and Squash Stew With Chiles

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 10
Pork and Squash Stew With Chiles - A Hearty Dish for Your Lunch or Dinner
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Prep

30 min

Cook

60 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

3 lbs boneless pork shoulder , cut into 2-inch pieces ( Boston butt )
1 tablespoon ground coriander
10 garlic cloves , finely chopped , divided
1 tablespoon kosher salt , plus more
fresh ground black pepper
1/2 cup raw shelled pumpkin seeds
6 dried red chilies ( NuMex or guajillo )
2 chiles de arbol or 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 large yellow onions , cut into 1/8-inch-thick wedges , divided
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
4 sprigs oregano
1/2 kabocha squash , peeled , seeds removed , cut into 1-inch pieces ( about 1 pound )
1 delicata squash , seeds removed , cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1/2 small red onion , thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh lime juice
fresh cilantro stem ( for serving )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
520
Sugar
8g
Fat
36g
A hearty and satisfying meal for cold fall or winter evenings, Pork and Squash Stew With Chiles is a recipe that brings together the best of seasonal flavors. The dish boasts tender chunks of pork shoulder and two types of squash, complemented by the flavor of coriander, garlic, oregano, and chilies. The stew is also gluten-free and low-carb, as long as you take care to use a sugar-free chicken or beef broth instead of the brown sugar based recipe. Serve it up with a side salad or some crusty bread and enjoy a delicious and nourishing meal.

Instructions

1.Season the pork with coriander, 1/2 of the chopped garlic, salt, and pepper.
2.In a large skillet, toast pumpkin seeds, dried red chilies, and chiles de arbol until fragrant, moving frequently.
3.Transfer toasted ingredients to a food processor, add remaining garlic, and pulse until coarsely chopped.
4.In the same skillet, cook pork in batches over medium-high heat until browned.
5.Once all pork is browned, add chopped onion and reduce heat to medium.
6.Add the spice paste to the pot and cook for 2 minutes.
7.Add oregano, kabocha squash, and 4 cups of water. Bring stew to a simmer and cook for 45 minutes.
8.Add delicata squash, sliced red onion, and lime juice. Cook until the squash is tender, about 15 minutes.
9.Serve with fresh cilantro stems on top.

PROS

The pork and squash stew with chiles is a pleasing combination of savory, spicy, and sweet flavors.

Brown sugar flavors of the squash complement the spiciness of the chili paste.

The pumpkin seeds add a nice crunch to the stew, and the cilantro’s fresh flavor brightens up every bite.

CONS

The pork and squash stew with chiles is a relatively time-consuming version of stew to make, and there are some tricky steps in the recipe.

Not all palates have the same tolerance for spice, and some like it milder than others.

The sweetness and higher carbohydrate content of the squash may not be appropriate for all dietary preferences.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The pork and squash stew with chiles is rich in protein from the pork and healthy fats from the pumpkin seeds.
The squash provides dietary fiber, vitamins, and minerals such as vitamin A, C, and potassium.
The garlic and chilies contain antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that may help to improve heart health and boost the immune system.

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