Spicy stew with peas and potatoes
- Gluten Free
- Lactose Free
- Energy Kcal 330
- Carbohydrates g 17.8
- of which sugars g 5.5
- Protein g 39.7
- Fats g 11.1
- of which saturated fat g 2.63
- Fiber g 5.5
- Cholesterol mg 114
- Sodium mg 450
- Difficulty: Easy
- Prep time: 20 min
- Cook time: 2 h
- Serving: 4
- Cost: Low
PRESENTATION
Spicy potato stew is really a classic from the heart of Italian kitchens—where big family gatherings and Sunday lunches are the norm. This spicy potato stew features tender chunks of meat, often veal, that are slow-cooked to become wonderfully moist and flavorful. And here's the thing, the chili pepper gives it a nice touch of heat in the tomato sauce—so exciting, right?—without being too much. Peas and potatoes soak up the rich, tangy sauce—making every bite taste like pure comfort. It’s like something straight from grandma’s table anywhere in Italy. It's a staple for family meals. Really really comforting.
Regional variations? Oh, for sure. Some areas might use more peas, others might add carrots or switch up the meat—but that classic, slightly spicy tomato sauce always ties everything together beautifully.
What makes this spicy vegetable stew really special is how it brings everyone together. You sit down, and the golden potatoes and crispy peas give just the right textures. Pretty much, it's sweet and hearty. Plus, pairing it with plain white rice turns it into a complete meal—soaks up all that saucy goodness, you know? Italian home cooks have this knack for making simple combos of veggies and meat feel like a feast. Seriously good. This easy spicy stew recipe shows off that talent perfectly.
Whether served in a big bowl for lunch or as a satisfying second course at dinner, this spicy comfort food hits the spot when you are craving something warming and flavorful. It’s the kind of dish that makes people linger at the table longer—maybe reaching for just one more serving. Cannot go wrong. It’s always a hit at family gatherings. In the end, this homemade spicy stew isn’t just a meal—it’s an experience that brings people together, Italian-style, capturing the essence of a cozy, communal dining experience. For real.
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- INGREDIENTS
- Veal 1.5 lbs (650 g) - pulp
- Potatoes 0.7 lb (300 g)
- Frozen peas 1 cup (150 g)
- Tomato purée 2.1 cups (500 g)
- Water 0.85 cup (200 g)
- Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp (20 g)
- Green Peperoncino to taste
- Fine salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
How to prepare Spicy stew with peas and potatoes
To prepare the spicy stew with peas and potatoes, start by removing the fat from the veal meat present on the tendons 1, then with a sharp knife, trim the excess fat from the tissues 2. Cut the meat into three parts 3: in this case, you might position the piece of meat lengthwise on the cutting board.
Then cut in the opposite direction (horizontally) to obtain cubes of about 1 inch 4. Wash the potatoes thoroughly under running water, dry them, peel them 5, then cut them into chunks 6 just as you did with the veal meat.
Set the potato chunks aside 7 and heat the oil in a large saucepan 8; as soon as the oil is hot, add the meat cubes 9.
Brown the meat pieces over high heat first on one side and then on the other 10, turning them with kitchen tongs for even cooking, so as to avoid piercing the meat with a fork and letting the juices escape. Once the cubes are well browned, add the diced potatoes 11, then the tomato puree 12
and finally add the water to extend the cooking time 13. At this point, cover with a lid, lower the heat, and cook for 1 hour and 30 minutes 14. After the required time, add the chili powder 15
then the frozen peas 16 and let it cook for another 20 minutes, stirring occasionally 17. Adjust salt and possibly pepper, then serve your spicy stew with peas and potatoes hot 18.