Savory Pork & Sweet Potato Pot Pie
Indulge in this delightful Savory Pork & Sweet Potato Pot Pie, perfect for red meat lovers seeking comfort food that warms the soul. This easy-to-make dish combines tender cubed pork chops with hearty sweet potatoes, vibrant peppers, and creamy sour cream, all enveloped in a flaky whole wheat crust. The subtle spices and fresh vegetables add an aromatic touch, making it a versatile base for your culinary creativity. Whether you decide to switch the pork for succulent beef or the sweet potatoes for roasted butternut squash, this recipe promises a satisfying meal that's budget-friendly and packed with flavors.
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Servings
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Calories
16
Ingredients
Ingredients
White whole wheat flour
2 1/2 cups (For pie crust)
Shortening or butter
1 cup (Cut into flour for pie crust)
Ice cold water
1/4 cup (For pie crust)
Sugar
1 tablespoon (For pie crust)
Salt
1 pinch (For pie crust)
Pork chops
4 (Cubed)
Sweet potatoes
2 (Cubed)
Large sweet onion
1 (Chopped)
Red pepper
1 (Diced)
Fresno chile pepper
1 (optional) (Diced)
Vegetable or chicken broth
1 1/2 cups (For filling)
Sour cream
8 ounces (For filling)
Marjoram
1/4 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Paprika
1/4 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Thyme
1/8 teaspoon (For seasoning)
Cracked black pepper
To taste (For seasoning)
Instructions
1
Prepare the pie crust by mixing the white whole wheat flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.
2
Cut in the shortening or butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs, leaving some larger chunks for extra flakiness.
3
Gradually add ice-cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough can be formed into a ball. You may need between 1/8 cup to 1/4 cup of water depending on the humidity and flour absorption.
4
Divide the dough in half, then roll out each half to about 1/2 centimeter thickness for the top and bottom crusts.
5
For the filling, lightly flour the pork chops and sauté them in a frying pan over medium-low heat with a bit of butter until cooked through. Remove from the pan, cube, and set aside.
6
In the same frying pan, add the cubed sweet potatoes, chopped onion, diced red pepper, and Fresno pepper if using. Pour in the broth, bring it to a boil, then reduce to simmer for 15-20 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
7
In a small bowl, mix equal parts of flour and butter (1 tablespoon each) to create a thickening agent. Stir this mixture into the simmering broth and vegetables, cooking until the sauce thickens.
8
Add the cubed pork and sour cream to the frying pan, stir to combine, and simmer for a few more minutes.
9
Spoon the filling into the bottom pie crust, then cover with the top crust, sealing the edges. Cut slits in the top crust for steam to escape.
10
Bake the assembled pot pies in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 50 minutes or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Savory Pork & Sweet Potato Pot Pie?
It is a comfort food dish featuring tender cubed pork chops, sweet potatoes, peppers, and a creamy sour cream sauce inside a flaky white whole wheat crust.
What kind of flour is used for the crust?
The recipe calls for white whole wheat flour to create the pie crust.
Can I use butter instead of shortening for the crust?
Yes, you can use either shortening or butter to make the flaky crust.
How much water is needed for the dough?
The dough requires approximately 1/8 cup to 1/4 cup of ice-cold water, added one tablespoon at a time.
How do I prepare the pork chops?
Lightly flour the pork chops, sauté them in butter until cooked through, then cube them for the filling.
Can I substitute the pork with another meat?
Yes, succulent beef is a recommended alternative for those who prefer it over pork.
What vegetables are included in the filling?
The filling includes sweet potatoes, a large sweet onion, red pepper, and optionally a Fresno chile pepper.
Can I substitute the sweet potatoes?
Roasted butternut squash is a great alternative to sweet potatoes in this recipe.
Is this pot pie spicy?
The recipe includes a red pepper and an optional Fresno chile pepper, which can add a mild to moderate heat depending on your preference.
What type of broth should I use?
You can use either vegetable broth or chicken broth for the filling.
How is the sauce thickened?
The sauce is thickened by stirring in a mixture of equal parts (1 tablespoon each) flour and butter.
When is the sour cream added?
The sour cream is added to the frying pan along with the cubed pork after the sauce has thickened.
How thick should I roll the pie crust?
Both the top and bottom crusts should be rolled out to a thickness of about 1/2 centimeter.
Why do I need to cut slits in the top crust?
Slits are cut into the top crust to allow steam to escape during the baking process.
At what temperature should I bake the pot pie?
The pot pie should be baked in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C).
How long does it take to bake?
The assembly takes approximately 50 minutes to bake until the crust is golden brown.
What spices are used for seasoning?
The recipe uses marjoram, paprika, thyme, and cracked black pepper for seasoning.
How do I make the crust extra flaky?
Leave some larger chunks of shortening or butter when mixing into the flour to ensure extra flakiness.
Is this recipe budget-friendly?
Yes, this dish is designed to be a satisfying and budget-friendly meal.
How many pork chops are needed?
The recipe requires 4 pork chops.
Do I need to cook the vegetables before assembly?
Yes, the sweet potatoes, onion, and peppers should be simmered in broth for 15-20 minutes until tender.
What size onion is used?
The recipe calls for one large sweet onion, chopped.
How do I know the pot pie is done?
It is done when the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
Is there sugar in the pie crust?
Yes, one tablespoon of sugar is mixed into the crust dough.
Can I make the dough in advance?
While the recipe doesn't specify, pie dough can typically be prepared and chilled before rolling out.
How do I seal the edges of the pie?
Place the top crust over the filling and press the edges together with the bottom crust to seal them.
What is the preparation for the sweet potatoes?
The two sweet potatoes should be cubed before being simmered in the filling.
What is the preparation for the red pepper?
The red pepper should be diced before adding it to the frying pan.
How much sour cream is used?
The recipe uses 8 ounces of sour cream for the creamy filling.
Is salt used in the crust?
Yes, a pinch of salt is added to the white whole wheat flour and sugar mixture.