‘Tis the season for soups and stews! If you’re looking for more tasty ways to warm yourself up from the inside, try this favorite chili, Guinness beef stew, or Hungarian goulash!
Brunswick Stew Ingredient List
First, gather up all these ingredients. Then, combine them to create the most hearty and delicious Brunswick stew! Finally, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post for exact measurements.
Butter (Unsalted): Adds a rich and creamy base to the stew. Salted butter also works, just omit the extra salt added later. Yellow Onion: Finely chopped so your stew has a sweet and savory flavor all throughout. Garlic: Use fresh minced garlic to give this stew an irresistible flavor. Chicken Stock: Chicken broth is the foundation of the stew. It makes it rich and savory. Fire Roasted Tomatoes: So the stew has a delicious smoky flavor. Tomato Paste: For more concentrated tomato flavor. Barbecue Sauce: Gives Brunswick stew its distinct flavor. You can make homemade BBQ sauce or use your favorite jarred kind! Worcestershire Sauce: Gives the stew a complex, umami flavor. Sweet Corn: To add delicious texture to the stew. Lima Beans: Add protein and a creamy texture. Cayenne Pepper: Just a pinch of cayenne pepper brings a gentle spicy heat that keeps things exciting. If you like it hot, add more to taste. To make your stew more mild, use less or omit it completely. Salt and Pepper: Adjust the flavor to your liking! Smoked Pulled Pork: A BBQ classic, pulled pork adds smoky, meaty goodness to the stew.
Brunswick Stew Recipe
Brunswick stew only takes 15 minutes to prepare, then all you need to do is let the ingredients simmer together and get all delicious. It’s easy to make large quantities perfect for potlucks, barbecues, holiday dinners, and more!
Make it Spicy: For a spicier stew, add additional cayenne pepper or fresh minced jalapeño peppers! You could also add a splash of your favorite hot sauce. Make it Meaty: Additionally, throw in some sliced smoked sausage for an even meatier version of this Brunswick stew. Make it Sweet: If you like your stew a little sweeter, mix in a tablespoon of brown sugar, and feel free to add more to taste. You could also add a squeeze of honey. Use Your Favorite BBQ Sauce: You can use any barbecue sauce. I used Sweet Baby Ray’s. If you want to go the extra mile, you can make it from scratch using this Homemade BBQ Sauce recipe. More Mix-Ins: You could try adding roasted poblano peppers, black beans, celery, olives, or chopped bell peppers!
In the Refrigerator: Store in a sealed container for up to 4 days. Reheating: Reheat over the stove on medium heat, stirring occasionally until warmed through.
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