Slow-Simmered Tomato and Herb Pork Stew
Pork shoulder melts into a deeply flavorful tomato and herb sauce, slow-cooked until tender enough to fork-tender. This american-inspired one pot ready in about 140 minutes pairs (cubed) pork shoulder, olive oil, medium (finely chopped) onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 420 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs (cubed) pork shoulder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium (finely chopped) onion
- 2 medium (sliced) carrot
- 2 stalks (sliced) celery
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 medium (peeled, cubed) potatoes
- 2 tbsp (chopped) fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Step 2: Add 1.5 lbs cubed pork shoulder and cook for 5 minutes per side until browned, then remove and set aside.
- Step 3: Add 1 medium chopped onion, 2 sliced carrots, and 2 sliced celery stalks to the pot, cooking for 5 minutes until softened and golden at edges.
- Step 4: Stir in 3 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, then return pork to pot.
- Step 5: Add 1 can crushed tomatoes, 2 cups vegetable broth, 1 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper, bringing to a gentle simmer.
- Step 6: Cover and reduce heat to low, simmering for 1.5 hours until pork is fork-tender.
- Step 7: Stir in 2 medium cubed potatoes and continue simmering for 30 minutes until potatoes are tender and sauce has thickened slightly.
- Step 8: Stir in 2 tbsp fresh parsley before serving to brighten flavors.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Slow-Simmered Tomato and Herb Pork Stew take to make?
Total time is about 140 minutes (20 min prep + 120 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Slow-Simmered Tomato and Herb Pork Stew?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep (cubed) pork shoulder from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Slow-Simmered Tomato and Herb Pork Stew?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Slow-Simmered Tomato and Herb Pork Stew for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Slow-Simmered Tomato and Herb Pork Stew?
American one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Made it for a dinner party, everyone raved.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a cold evening. The herbs really shone.
- ★★★★★
Loved it! My family devoured it.
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