Pork Stew for the Crock Pot

Unwind with the comforting flavors of this hearty Pork Stew for the Crock Pot, a one-pot meal perfect for busy weekdays or slow weekends. Tender pork shoulder, browned to perfection, is combined with an array of wholesome vegetables like carrots, potatoes, and celery, then slow-cooked in a savory beef broth infused with garlic, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, and fragrant herbs such as thyme and rosemary. The addition of frozen peas and a cornstarch slurry in the final moments creates a velvety, satisfying texture. With only 20 minutes of prep time, this hands-off recipe delivers rich, melt-in-your-mouth flavor after 8 hours of low-and-slow cooking. Serve this crowd-pleasing stew hot with crusty bread or fluffy rice for a cozy, filling dinner the whole family will love. Perfect for crock pot cooking enthusiasts searching for a hearty, easy pork stew recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:480 mins

Total Time:500 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 pounds pork shoulder (cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion (diced)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 medium carrots (peeled and cut into chunks)
• 3 medium potatoes (peeled and cubed)
• 2 celery stalks (sliced)
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
• 1 bay leaf
• 1 cup frozen peas
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons water

Directions

Step 1

Season the pork shoulder cubes with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the pork cubes in batches until browned on all sides. Transfer the browned pork to the crock pot.

Step 3

In the same skillet, sauté the diced onion until softened, about 3-4 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute. Transfer to the crock pot.

Step 4

Add the carrots, potatoes, and celery to the crock pot along with the beef broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, dried thyme, dried rosemary, and bay leaf. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork and vegetables are tender.

Step 6

Thirty minutes before serving, add the frozen peas to the crock pot.

Step 7

In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with water to create a slurry. Stir the slurry into the crock pot to thicken the stew. Allow it to cook for an additional 30 minutes.

Step 8

Remove the bay leaf before serving. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve the pork stew hot in bowls with fresh bread or over cooked rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3167.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3341.9

Total Fat 213.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 69.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 635.0mg	0%
Sodium 7019.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 169.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 27.8g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 198.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 449.9mg	0%
Iron 18.0mg	0%
Potassium 6445.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 56.6%

Protein: 23.4%

Carbs: 19.9%