Pork Loin Stew with Onions and Chili Pepper

Here is the recipe for a delicious pork loin stew with onions and chili pepper, a dish that embraces the warmth of Southern Italy in its preparation.

Ingredients

• 600 g of pork loin
• 3-4 large onions
• 2 cloves of garlic
• 1 fresh red chili pepper (or dry if you prefer)
• 200 ml of white wine
• Extra virgin olive oil (EVO) as needed
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Vegetable broth or water as needed
• Optional: a few bay leaves

Preparation

1. Start by cutting the pork loin into slices about one centimeter thick.
2. Thinly slice the onions.
3. In a large pan, heat the extra virgin olive oil and brown the garlic cloves until golden, then remove them.
4. Add the pork loin slices to the pan and brown them well on both sides until they are nicely golden.
5. Add the sliced onions, the chili pepper cut into rings (adjust the amount to your desired spiciness), and, if you like, a few bay leaves.
6. Let the onions flavor until they become translucent, then deglaze with white wine and let the alcohol evaporate.
7. Once the wine has reduced, add enough vegetable broth or water to barely cover the meat. Put the lid on and cook over low heat for about 1 hour, adding broth if necessary and turning the meat slices occasionally.
8. Once the meat is tender and the sauce has reduced and thickened, season with salt and pepper and turn off the heat.

Serve the pork loin stew hot, accompanied, if you wish, by a side of baked potatoes or a fresh mixed salad.

Curiosity

The pork loin stew is a tasty dish that lends itself to multiple occasions, from casual dinners to Sunday family lunches. The slow cooking process allows the meat to absorb all the flavors of the sauté and wine, resulting in a tender and juicy dish. The chili pepper, a characteristic ingredient of Mediterranean cuisine, particularly from southern Italy, adds a spicy note that stimulates the palate and perfectly complements the sweetness of the onions.