Slow Brunswick Stew
A thick, smoky stew of pulled pork, corn, lima beans, and tomatoes simmered together until the flavors meld into one.
Brunswick stew is proof that leftovers can become their own beloved dish, since it started as a way to use up whatever smoked meat was on hand. This version leans on pulled pork shoulder and a good long simmer to bring everything together. It's the kind of stew that tastes better the longer it sits.
Ingredients
- 3 cups pulled smoked pork shoulder
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 cups frozen corn kernels
- 2 cups frozen lima beans
- 2 medium potatoes, diced
- 1/4 cup barbecue sauce
- 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Sauté the aromaticsIn a large pot, cook the onion over medium heat in a splash of oil for 5 minutes until softened, then stir in the garlic for 1 minute.
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Build the baseAdd the crushed tomatoes and chicken broth, stirring to combine, and bring to a simmer.
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3
Add the vegetablesStir in the corn, lima beans, and diced potatoes, then reduce heat to low and cover.
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Simmer until tenderCook covered for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
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Add the porkStir in the pulled pork, barbecue sauce, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, and cayenne pepper.
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Finish uncoveredSimmer uncovered for 30 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until the stew has thickened to a hearty consistency.
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Season and serveTaste and adjust salt, pepper, or barbecue sauce as needed, then serve hot with cornbread or saltine crackers.
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- 8-Quart Stockpot - plenty of room for this big-batch stew.
- Meat Claws - for shredding the smoked pork shoulder.
- Heat-Resistant Silicone Spatula - for stirring as the stew thickens.
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Leftover smoked pork, chicken, or even brisket all work beautifully here, so this is a great way to use extra barbecue.
Refrigerate up to 5 days or freeze up to 3 months; the stew thickens as it sits, so add a splash of broth when reheating.
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Nutrition
Per serving. Values are estimates.
