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Ultimate Slow Cooker Pork Stew: Tender Family Comfort Food

A close-up of a rich, dark brown pork stew served in a white bowl, featuring tender chunks of meat, potatoes, and carrots.
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This recipe delivers fork-tender pork and hearty root vegetables in a savory broth. Use your slow cooker for an easy, comforting dinner that requires minimal effort.

Ingredients

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  • 3 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 3 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup dry red wine (optional, substitute with more broth)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 3 tablespoons cold water (for slurry)

Instructions

  1. Pat the pork cubes dry and season generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown the pork in batches on all sides. Do not overcrowd the pan. Remove the browned pork and set it aside.
  3. Add the chopped onion to the skillet and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more until fragrant.
  4. Transfer the browned pork, onions, and garlic to the basin of your slow cooker.
  5. Add the carrots, potatoes, chicken broth, red wine (if using), tomato paste, thyme, rosemary, bay leaf, and Worcestershire sauce to the slow cooker. Stir everything together gently.
  6. Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 7 to 8 hours or on HIGH for 3.5 to 4 hours, until the pork is fork-tender.
  7. Remove the bay leaf. Taste the broth and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
  8. If you prefer a thicker stew, stir the cornstarch slurry into the slow cooker. Cover and cook on HIGH for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the broth has thickened.
  9. Serve this hearty pork dinner hot with crusty bread.

Notes

  • For the best texture, brown the pork before adding it to the slow cooker. This step builds deep flavor in the savory pork broth.
  • If you skip the thickening step, this recipe results in a thinner, soup-like consistency.
  • This easy pork stew recipe is excellent for meal prepping; it stores well in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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