3/4 lb boneless pork loin, cut, into 1-inc, h pieces
1 essence
2 tbsp olive oil
1 cup chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped bell peppers
1/4 cup chopped celery
1 salt and black pepper
2 tbsp flour
1 lb purple sweet potatoes,, peeled and, cubed
2 cup veal stock
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1 cup shredded sweet potato
2 tbsp chopped green onions
1 tbsp brunoise red peppers
Directions
In a mixing bowl, toss the pork pieces with Essence. In a large saut_
pan, heat the olive oil. When the oil is hot, add the pork and brown
evenly. Remove the pork from the pan and set aside. In a mixing bowl,
season the onions, peppers, and celery with salt and pepper. Stir the
flour into the oil, stirring constantly for about 4 to 5 minutes, for
a medium brown roux. Add the onions, peppers, and celery to the roux
and cook for about 2 to 3 minutes or until slightly wilted. Return
the pork to the skillet and cook, stirring constantly for 3 to 4
minutes. Add the sweet potatoes and broth. Bring the liquid up to a
boil and reduce to a simmer. Cook for 40-45 minutes. Stir in the
green onions and check seasonings. Make nests with shredded sweet
potato and fry until crispy. Season with Essence. Spoon the stew into
a shallow bowl and garnish sweet potato nests, green onions, and
peppers. Posted to MC-Recipe Digest V1 #1
Recipe by: ESSENCE OF EMERIL SHOW#EE2434
From: Meg Antczak
Date: Wed, 4 Dec 1996 07:57:46 -0500
Servings: 1 recipe
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