Pork Stew with Peas

Pork stew with peas is a hearty and flavorful dish, perfect for a family lunch or a comforting dinner. Here is how to prepare it:

Ingredients

• 500 g of pork (shoulder or loin), cut into cubes
• 300 g of fresh or frozen peas
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 carrots, sliced into rounds
• 2 celery stalks, cut into pieces
• 1 bay leaf
• 500 ml of meat or vegetable broth
• 100 ml of white wine
• 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation

1. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat and sauté the chopped onion until it becomes transparent.
2. Add the cubed pork and brown well on all sides until golden.
3. Deglaze with the white wine and let the alcohol evaporate.
4. Add the carrots, celery, and bay leaf. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Pour in the broth until all the ingredients are covered and cook over medium-low heat with the lid on for about 1 hour, until the meat becomes tender.
6. Add the peas and continue cooking for another 15-20 minutes. If necessary, adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper.
7. If the sauce appears too liquid, you can increase the heat and let it reduce for a few minutes, or thicken the sauce with a little flour or cornstarch dissolved in cold water.

Curiosity

The pork stew with peas is a typical dish of Italian home cooking, with regional variations that can include the use of tomatoes or other herbs. In some versions, especially in central Italy, it can be enriched with pieces of pancetta or sausage to give additional flavor and depth to the dish.

Serve the stew piping hot, possibly accompanied by a side of roasted potatoes or a portion of polenta. Enjoy your meal!