Calabasita(Mexican Zucchini Stew)
- 5 lb. zucchini
- 1 small pork roast
- 1 green pepper, cut into bite size pieces
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 2 medium tomatoes
- 2 Tbsp. garlic powder
- 2 Tbsp. cumin powder
- 2 tsp. salt
- 2 c. frozen white Shoepeg corn
- 2 to 3 Tbsp. cornstarch
- water
- oil
- Cut meat from roast into bite size pieces.
- Brown well in large stock pot in oil.
- Cut zucchini in bite size chunks.
- Add to browned meat along with the onion, green pepper, tomatoes, spices and salt.
- Cook 30 to 40 minutes on medium-low heat.
- Stir about every 10 minutes to prevent sticking.
- Then add corn and simmer 5 minutes more.
- Just before serving, mix the cornstarch in 1/2 cup cold water and add to the stew to thicken.
- Stir well.
- Turn off heat and cover until ready to serve.
- Serves 6 or more.
- Flour tortillas are a nice accompaniment with this.
zucchini, pork roast, green pepper, yellow onion, tomatoes, garlic powder, cumin powder, salt, corn, cornstarch, water, oil
Taken from www.cookbooks.com/Recipe-Details.aspx?id=771514 (may not work)