Spiced Tomato Pork Stew with Worcestershire

Name: Spiced Tomato Pork Stew with Worcestershire
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 pound pork chops, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces; 2 whole tomatoes, roughly chopped; 1 can crushed tomatoes; 1 whole potato, cut into small cubes; 1 whole carrot, cut into small cubes; 1 stalk celery, cut into small pieces; 1 whole yellow onion, roughly chopped; 5 clove garlic, finely chopped; 2 teaspoon Italian seasoning; 2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; 4 tablespoon ketchup; 2 whole bay leaf; 2 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon oil; 4 cup chicken stock; fresh parsley, chopped; salt; ground black pepper

Hearty pork stew loaded with tomatoes, root vegetables, and warm spices like paprika and chili powder. The Worcestershire sauce and ketchup add savory depth, while simmering melds flavors into rich, comforting broth. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual family gatherings, this rustic stew works year-round and improves when made ahead. The long simmer tenderizes pork while building complex umami layers.

Prep: 20 min
Cook: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Level: medium
Cuisine: American

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Ingredients

4 servings

2 pound pork chops, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
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2 whole tomatoes, roughly chopped
1 can crushed tomatoes
1 whole potato, cut into small cubes
1 whole carrot, cut into small cubes
1 stalk celery, cut into small pieces
1 whole yellow onion, roughly chopped
5 clove garlic, finely chopped
2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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4 tablespoon ketchup
2 whole bay leaf
2 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon oil
4 cup chicken stock
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fresh parsley, chopped(optional)
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salt
ground black pepper

Method

10 steps

1
Cut pork into 1 1/2-inch pieces.
2
Cut potatoes and carrots into small cubes. Cut celery into small pieces. Roughly chop onion.
3
Roughly chop fresh tomatoes. Finely chop garlic.
4
Heat oil in large pan over medium-high heat. Fry pork until golden brown.
5
Add onion and fry over medium heat until translucent, about 3 minutes.
6
Add garlic and fry 1 minute more.
7
Add all remaining vegetables, Italian seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, paprika, and chili powder.
8
Add fresh tomatoes, canned tomatoes, chicken stock, salt, pepper, and bay leaves. Mix well and bring to boil.
9
Reduce heat to medium and simmer at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pork is tender.
10
Remove bay leaves. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Tips

Tip 1

Sear pork until deeply golden to lock in juices and build flavor through browning. Pat meat dry before searing for better crust.

Tip 2

Don't skip the 30-minute simmer minimum. The long cook tenderizes tougher cuts and allows spices to fully integrate into the broth.

Tip 3

Make this a day ahead and reheat gently. Flavors meld and deepen overnight as aromatics continue infusing the stew.

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate in airtight container up to 4 days. Freeze up to 3 months. Reheat gently on stovetop with splash of stock.

Make Ahead

Make 1-2 days ahead. Flavors improve as they meld. Reheat on low heat before serving.

Serve With

Ladle into bowls. Serve with white rice, crusty bread, or egg noodles. Garnish with fresh parsley.

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Common Mistakes

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Don't skip the initial searing step to avoid pale, steamed pork instead of flavorful browned meat.

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Don't rush the simmer to avoid tough, chewy pork. Minimum 30 minutes is essential.

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Don't forget to remove bay leaves before serving to avoid unpleasant texture.

Substitutions

pork chops→

beef chuck1:1non-traditional

Substitute with beef for different texture, adds richness

Full guide →

fresh parsley→

fresh cilantro1:1herb-swap

Bright, citrusy finish instead of mild herbal

Full guide →

chicken stock→

beef stock1:1protein-swap

Deeper, richer broth profile

Full guide →

Worcestershire sauce→

soy sauce1:1umami-swapadds glutenadds soy

Adds Asian notes, similar savory depth

Full guide →

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FAQ

Can I use bone-in pork cuts instead?

Yes. Bone-in shoulders or ribs work well and add collagen for deeper body. Increase cook time to 45-50 minutes for tougher cuts to fully tenderize.

What if I don't have fresh tomatoes?

Use 2 cups additional crushed tomatoes or 1 cup tomato sauce mixed with 1 cup stock. Omit the fresh tomato step and add directly to the pan.

How long can I keep this stew and can I freeze it?

Keep refrigerated 3-4 days. Freeze up to 3 months in airtight containers. Thaw overnight in fridge and reheat on stovetop over medium heat, adding stock if needed.