Nordic Pork Shoulder Stew with Berries and Herbs
Nordic Pork Shoulder Stew with Berries and Herbs marries tender chunks of pork with a gentle sweetness from honey and berries, balanced by earthy mushrooms and a bouquet of fresh herbs. The broth is aromatic and lightly fruity, carrying notes of thyme, dill, and coriander. Serve it on a chilly evening or for a cozy weekend dinner when you want a hearty, comforting bowl.
- Prep30 mins
- Cook2 hrs
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Nordic Pork Shoulder Stew with Berries and Herbs, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 40 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityFair
- 42 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 100 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 92
- Heart Health
- 44
- Metabolic
- 58
- Digestive
- 45
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 59
- General Wellness
- 1
Place the pork in a large soup pot or Dutch oven. Add the salt, honey, berries, lingonberry jam, and cold water, then turn the heat to high.
- 2
While the stew is coming to a boil, add the garlic, dry thyme, and ground coriander. When the mixture reaches a rolling boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer gently for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 3
Stir in the onion, leeks, and mushrooms, and simmer until the meat is almost, but not quite, fork tender, about 45 minutes more.
- 4
Stir in the cabbage, carrots, and fennel; continue simmering until the vegetables and meat are very tender, about 30 minutes.
- 5
Season to taste with salt. Serve with fresh herbs sprinkled over the top.
- Calories 209.0 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 2.95 g Low Source 6%
- Carbohydrate 53.67 g 20%
- Total Fat 0.55 g Low Source 1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1 g Low Source 1%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.55 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 75.23 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 12.61 g Good Source 45%
- Total Sugars 39.77 g --
- Added Sugars 9.95 g Moderate 20%
- Calcium 99.2 mg Low Source 8%
- Iron 1.5 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 559.86 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 21.81 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 57.18 mg Good Source 64%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Nordic Pork Shoulder Stew with Berries and Herbs is made with 15 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 2 hrs 30 mins and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Blackberry, Carrot, Cut Leeks, and Dried Thyme. Each serving provides about 209.0 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Nordic Pork Shoulder Stew with Berries and Herbs made of?
- The main ingredients are Blackberry, Carrot, Cut Leeks, Dried Thyme, Fresh Cilantro. The full list of 15 is above.
- How long does it take to make Nordic Pork Shoulder Stew with Berries and Herbs?
- About 2 hrs 30 mins in total: 30 mins to prepare and 2 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 209.0 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Nordic Pork Shoulder Stew with Berries and Herbs easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 15 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Nordic Pork Shoulder Stew with Berries and Herbs healthy?
- Nordic Pork Shoulder Stew with Berries and Herbs has an easyChef Pro health score of 55/100. Per serving, it provides 209.0 calories and 2.95 g of protein, or 6% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: added sugars at 9.95 g (20% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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