Crock Pot Pork Hock Stew

This Crock Pot Pork Hock Stew is a rich and hearty recipe, which uses pork hocks and vegetables simmered in tomato sauce. It’s the perfect comfort food for cold days, slow-cooked until tender in about 8 hours.

Crock Pot Pork Hock Stew Ingredients

• 3 lbs pork hock (pata), sliced
• 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
• 2 large potatoes, cubed
• 1 large green bell pepper, sliced
• 2 medium carrots, sliced
• 1 beef bouillon cube
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon granulated white sugar
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 ½ teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 medium yellow onion, minced
• 3 dried bay leaves
• Salt, to taste

How To Make Crock Pot Pork Hock Stew

1. Layer ingredients in crock pot: Place pork hocks in the slow cooker, followed by tomato sauce, potatoes, bell pepper, carrots, onion, and seasonings.
2. Add liquids and flavorings: Pour in water, add beef bouillon cube, sugar, garlic powder, black pepper, and bay leaves.
3. Cook until tender: Cover and cook on LOW for 8 hours, until pork hocks and vegetables are tender.
4. Season and serve: Taste and adjust salt before serving. Transfer to a bowl and serve hot with white rice.

Recipe Tips

• Best pork hocks to use: Fresh pork hocks with some meat and fat will create the richest flavor.
• Can I add more vegetables? Yes, celery or cabbage can be added for extra flavor and bulk.
• How to make broth richer: Substitute the water with beef broth for deeper flavor.
• Do I need to brown pork hocks first? Browning is optional but adds more depth to the stew.

What To Serve With Pork Hock Stew

This stew is filling on its own but pairs perfectly with:

• Steamed white rice or garlic fried rice
• Crusty bread for soaking up the sauce
• A fresh cucumber or tomato salad for balance

How To Store Pork Hock Stew

Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Freeze: Cool completely and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

Pork Hock Stew Nutrition Facts

• Calories: ~400
• Protein: ~30g
• Carbohydrates: ~20g
• Fat: ~22g
• Sodium: ~700mg

Nutrition information is estimated and may vary based on ingredients and cooking methods used.

FAQs

Can I cook this on high instead of low?
Yes, cook on HIGH for 4–5 hours, but low and slow produces more tender meat.

Can I use smoked pork hocks?
Yes, but note that smoked hocks will add a deeper, smoky flavor to the stew.

Do I need to remove the skin from the pork hocks?
No, the skin adds flavor and richness; you can remove it after cooking if preferred.

Can I make this ahead of time?
Yes, this stew reheats very well and even tastes better the next day as flavors meld.

Try More Recipes:

• Crock Pot Pork Enchiladas
• Crock Pot Pork Cutlets
• Crock Pot Pork Cube Steak