Pork and Pumpkin Stew

INGREDIENTS

• 2 lb. boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 3 Tbs. olive oil
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 1 1/2 tsp. minced garlic
• 1 tsp. minced fresh ginger
• 2 tsp. chicken demi-glace
• 2 tsp. tomato paste
• 3/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp. ground coriander
• 1/8 tsp. freshly grated nutmeg
• 1/8 tsp. ground cloves
• 1/4 tsp. red pepper flakes
• 1 1/2 Tbs. cider vinegar
• 3 Tbs. applesauce
• 9 oz. canned diced tomatoes with juices
• 1 lb. peeled and diced (3/4-inch dice) pumpkin or winter squash, such as kabocha
• 2 tsp. chopped fresh sage
• 4 tsp. chicken stock concentrate mixed with 2 cups water, or 2 cups chicken stock
• Mashed potatoes for serving (see related recipe at left)
• Sautéed broccoli rabe for serving