Creamy Pork and Bean Stew with Spinach – A Comforting Family Favorite | Tocană cremoasă de porc și fasole cu spanac – Un desert reconfortant preferat al familiei
Ingredients
For the Bean Stew:
For the Pork:
For Finishing the Stew:
Instructions
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Preparing the Beans
- Soak the beans in water overnight.
- In a large pot, add the soaked beans, chopped onion, carrot, bay leaves, salt, and enough water to cover everything.
- Bring to a boil and let the beans cook until they become tender and soft. This may take about 45 minutes to an hour, depending on the beans.
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Preparing the Pork
- While the beans are cooking, heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the pork cubes and cook until browned on all sides.
- Once cooked, transfer the pork to a bowl while it’s still hot.
- In the bowl, season the pork with half of the garlic, salt, black pepper, sweet paprika, and mix everything well.
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Cooking the Stew
- In the same pan, add the chopped onion and the remaining garlic.
- Cook the onion and garlic for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Add the dried tomatoes (optional) and the cooked pork back into the pan.
- Stir in the boiled beans along with the water to cover the ingredients.
- Season the stew with salt, sweet paprika, black pepper, and a pinch of thyme.
- Let everything simmer for another 15-20 minutes to combine the flavors.
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Finishing the Stew
- Stir in a tablespoon of sour cream to make the stew creamy.
- Optionally, add a pinch of spinach for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
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Serve and Enjoy
- Serve the creamy pork and bean stew with fresh bread on the side.
- Enjoy this hearty, comforting dish with your family!
