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Spiced Citrus Autumn Stew

This simmering stew features fragrant cloves and bright orange zest, combining warm spices and citrus to create a comforting dish. Main ingredients include vegetables, broth, orange peel, and spices, resulting in a thick, aromatic stew with a hearty texture that melds flavors during slow simmering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Autumn
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups vegetable broth preferably unsalted
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 large yellow onion chopped
  • 2 carrots carrots sliced into rounds
  • 2 parsnips parsnips sliced into rounds
  • 2 cloves garlic cloves minced
  • 1 piece orange peel zest only
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 4 cloves whole cloves for aroma, removed before serving
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot
  • Wooden spoon or silicone spatula

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent and fragrant, with a gentle sizzle.
  3. Add the sliced carrots and parsnips to the pot, stirring to coat them in the oil and combine with the onions. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the vegetables to soften slightly.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic, orange zest, and ground cinnamon, cooking just until fragrant, about 30 seconds. You should notice a bright citrus aroma mixing with the warm spices.
  5. Pour in the vegetable broth, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Drop in the whole cloves for aroma, and then cover the pot with a lid.
  6. Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors meld beautifully. Occasionally stir to prevent sticking.
  7. Remove the whole cloves from the stew, discarding them to avoid biting into a spice cluster. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed.
  8. Gently stir the stew once more, ensuring the citrus and spice flavors are balanced and the stew has thickened slightly.
  9. Serve hot, garnished with additional orange zest or fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy the cozy, aromatic flavors of autumn.

Notes

For a heartier version, add cooked grains or leftover roasted vegetables. Adjust seasoning to taste, and serve with crusty bread or a side salad.