Star Wars fans are well-acquainted with the iconic opening scene of "Obi-Wan Kenobi," where the Jedi Master himself is seen slicing and stealing meat for a simmering stew. As we immerse ourselves in the Star Wars universe, why not bring a taste of that distant galaxy into our own kitchens? In this blog post, we'll embark on a culinary adventure and recreate Obi-Wan Kenobi's meat stew, capturing the essence of the scene and satisfying our cravings for a hearty, flavorful meal.
To embark on this epicurean journey, we'll need the following ingredients:
(Use whichever measurements are more manageable for you, weight or volume)
Pork 1 1⁄2 lbs
Flour 50 grams - 4 Tbls
Onion Powder 4 grams - 1 Tbls
Coriander 3 grams - 2 tsp
Salt 3 grams - 1 Tbls
Pepper 2 grams - 1 Tbls
Butter 100 grams - 1⁄2 cup
Beef Stock 64 ounces - 8 cups
Yellow Onion 8 ounces - 1 onion
Garlic 15 grams - 3 cloves
Thyme 2 grams - 1 Tbls
Bay Leaf 2 leaves
Tomato Paste 50 grams - 2 Tbls
Carrot 8 ounces - 4 Carrots
Gold Potato 16 ounces - 4 Potatoes
Apple Cider Vinegar 25 grams - 2 Tbls
Instructions:
Dice meat into 1" cubes
Combine Flour, Onion Powder, Coriander, Salt, and Pepper in a bowl
Toss Meat in Flour Seasoning mix
Warm up Beef Stock to a simmer
Large Dice of Onion and Mince Garlic
Heat up a 6-quart Cast-Iron pot to Medium High heat
Add a Tablespoon of butter to the pot.
Add meat to the pan in small batches searing and browning in butter. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Remove the meat and put it in a separate bowl.
Repeat steps 7 and 8 till all meat is seared.
Add remaining butter and onion. Saute 5 minutes
Toss in the garlic and saute for 2 minutes while stirring to avoid burning the garlic
Mix in the remaining flour seasoning mix to create a roux.
Deglaze with Apple Cider Vinegar and 1 cup of Beef Stock. Simmer 3 minutes
Add remaining beef stock, meat, bay leaves, thyme, and tomato paste. Bring back to a simmer.
Cover and simmer for 2 hours till the meat is tender.
Wash Carrots and Potatoes and cut them into large dice. Add to the pot.
Cover and simmer for 30 minutes till they are tender.
Remove from heat and uncover.
Serve with Bread and Butter while overlooking the desert with a 2 sun sunset of Tatooine contemplating the universe.
Recreating Obi-Wan Kenobi's meat stew allows us to bring a small piece of the Star Wars universe into our own kitchens. As we savor each bite, we can almost imagine ourselves seated at a table on the planet of Tatooine, enjoying a meal amidst the vastness of the galaxy. This meat stew is a delight for Star Wars fans and a comforting and nourishing dish that will warm your soul. So, unleash the Force in your kitchen and transport yourself to a galaxy far, far away with this flavorful stew that pays homage to the legendary Jedi Master himself. May the flavor be with you!
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