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Mexican Pork Stew (Carne con Papas)

Cultural Context

Carne con Papas is a traditional Mexican dish that reflects the country's rich culinary heritage, often served during family gatherings and festive occasions. This hearty stew combines tender pork with potatoes and spices, creating a comforting meal that showcases the use of simple, local ingredients. Modern variations may include different vegetables or spices, adapting the dish to personal tastes or regional influences, making it a beloved staple in many Mexican households.

MexicanMXmain
90 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs pork neck
3 medium onions
3 garlic cloves
4 small peppers or 2 big ones
1 big carrot
a little vegetable oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1.5 teaspoons flour
1 can whole peeled tomatoes
5.5 cups water
1 cube vegetable bouillon
2 teaspoons salt
black pepper
2 bay leaves
2.2 lbs potatoes
half a tablespoon dried savory
half a tablespoon dried oregano
half a teaspoon sugar
fresh parsley

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork butt

Chicken thighs are leaner, while pork butt is often less expensive.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon cubes

Vegetable broth is lower in calories, while bouillon is a cost-effective alternative.

1

Cut pork neck into big chunks, about 2 inches.

2

Chop 3 medium onions and 3 garlic cloves.

3

Chop 4 small peppers or 2 big ones and 1 big carrot into big chunks.

4

Heat a little vegetable oil in a large pot over high heat.

5

Sear the meat well until browned, then take the meat out of the pot.

6

In the same pot, sauté the chopped vegetables on medium heat.

7

Add 1 teaspoon paprika and 1.5 teaspoons flour to the vegetables and mix well.

8

Add 1 can of whole peeled tomatoes to the pot.

9

Pour in 5.5 cups of water and add 1 cube of vegetable bouillon.

10

Season with 2 teaspoons of salt and black pepper to taste, and add 2 bay leaves.

11

Return the seared meat to the pot.

12

Cut 2.2 lbs of potatoes into chunks the same size as the meat and add them to the pot.

13

Add half a tablespoon of dried savory and half a tablespoon of dried oregano, then gently mix everything together.

14

Add half a teaspoon of sugar to the pot.

15

When it starts to simmer, put the lid on and cook in a preheated oven at 338F (170C) with no fan for 1.5 hours.

16

Once done, serve hot and garnish with fresh parsley.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

large potcutting boardknifemeasuring spoonsspatulaoven

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Also Known As

Carne con PapasPork and Potatoes Stew
Local Name: Carne con Papas

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