Porky Potatoy Beard Yogurt Stew

Warm, hearty, and packed with bold, aromatic spices, Porky Potatoy Beard Yogurt Stew is the ultimate comfort food for a cozy dinner. This flavorful stew pairs tender, juicy pork shoulder and creamy diced potatoes with a blend of cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric, and cinnamon for a uniquely spiced depth of flavor. Simmered in a rich stock and finished with tangy plain yogurt, the stew achieves a luscious, silky consistency that ensures every spoonful is utterly satisfying. Perfect for family meals or entertaining guests, this one-pot dish is both easy to prepare and guaranteed to impress. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just over an hour, this wholesome meal is ideal for busy weeknights or a leisurely weekend treat. Keywords: pork stew, potato stew, spiced yogurt stew, hearty one-pot recipes, easy comfort food.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams pork shoulder (boneless, cut into 1-inch cubes)
• 3 pieces large potatoes (peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes)
• 1 piece yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 3 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
• 250 grams plain yogurt
• 500 ml beef or chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 0.25 teaspoon cinnamon powder
• 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil and butter in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat.

Step 2

Season the pork shoulder cubes with salt and black pepper. Sear the pork in the hot oil and butter until browned on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the pork from the pot and set it aside.

Step 3

In the same pot, add the chopped onion and cook until soft and caramelized, about 8 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add ground cumin, smoked paprika, turmeric powder, and cinnamon powder to the onion mixture, stirring constantly to toast the spices for 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

Return the seared pork to the pot and add the diced potatoes. Pour in the stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Cover the pot partially and let the stew cook over low heat for 30-40 minutes, or until the pork is tender and the potatoes are cooked through.

Step 7

Turn off the heat and let the stew cool slightly. Then, gradually stir in the yogurt to create a creamy texture. Be careful not to let the yogurt curdle; add it slowly while stirring constantly.

Step 8

Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and black pepper, as needed.

Step 9

Ladle the stew into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1884.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2239.0

Total Fat 147.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 50.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g
Cholesterol 406.6mg	0%
Sodium 4526.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 120.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 27.3g
Protein 121.4g	0%

Vitamin D 120IU	0%
Calcium 660.2mg	0%
Iron 11.0mg	0%
Potassium 4484.1mg	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: 57.9%

Protein: 21.1%

Carbs: 20.9%