Embark on a culinary journey to the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this tantalizing Mexican-inspired pork stew. This hearty and delectable dish is a symphony of rich spices, tender pork, and fresh vegetables, slow-cooked to perfection. The tantalizing aroma of sizzling pork, sautéed onions, and fragrant spices fills the air as you prepare this irresistible stew. The recipe offers two delectable variations to satisfy every palate: a traditional Mexican pork stew and a spicy chipotle pork stew. Get ready to indulge in a flavorful extravaganza that will transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico.
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ASADO DE PUERCO (MEXICAN PORK STEW)
An authentic Mexican pork stew made with dried chiles, no chili powder here! The guajillo chiles add a very smoky flavor while the ancho chiles add a touch of smoky sweetness. To add another level of flavor, we always top our puerco asado with sliced onions marinated in fresh lemon juice.
Provided by Yoly
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Pork
Time 1h15m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine pork cubes, 1/2 cup water, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a Dutch oven. Cover and cook over medium heat for 20 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Uncover, increase heat to medium-high and cook, stirring constantly, until water evaporates. Continue cooking until the pork browns in its rendered fat, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Meanwhile, cut tops off the dried chiles and remove seeds. Heat chiles in a large skillet over low heat until they start to soften. Do not toast. Place chiles in a bowl of hot water and soak for 20 minutes.
- Remove pork and set aside. Do not wash, wipe out, or clean the Dutch oven.
- Transfer chiles to a blender, reserving soaking water. Add cilantro, chicken bouillon, peppercorns, garlic, cinnamon stick, Mexican oregano, thyme, cumin seeds, bay leaves, and cloves. Pour in 1 cup soaking water and blend until smooth. Add 1 more cup soaking water, season with salt, and blend until completely smooth.
- Melt lard in the Dutch oven. Carefully add blended chile mixture and scrape up all browned bits. Bring to a boil and add pork. Reduce heat and cover partially, leaving about 1 inch open. Simmer, stirring occasionally, until sauce has thickened and reaches the desired consistency, 15 to 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 46.7 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 14.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 426.7 mg, Sugar 0.2 g
MEXICAN PORK STEW
I originally received this recipe from a friend. To add a little zip, I stirred in some green chilies. This Southwestern-style stew is super!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 10 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large skillet that has been coated with cooking spray, brown pork and garlic. Add onion, saute until tender. Stir in tomatoes, chilies, cilantro, oregano and bay leaves; cover and simmer for 40 minutes or until pork is tender and no longer pink., In a bowl, combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into skillet. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Discard bay leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Fat 9g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 97mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MEXICAN PORK AND GREEN CHILE STEW
Here's my version of a traditional Mexican 'Guisado de Puerco en Chile Verde' (Green Chile and Pork stew). It is bursting with flavor, and is mildly-spicy. Serve with hot corn or flour tortillas with butter, or black beans and white rice.
Provided by Seanzilla
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Pork
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large Dutch oven or large pot over medium heat.
- Spread flour into a wide, shallow dish; add pork and turn to coat, shaking off excess.
- Cook coated pork in hot oil until completely browned, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir onion and garlic in with the pork; continue cooking and stirring until the onion softens, about 5 minutes. Pour diced tomatoes, green chilies, and 2 tablespoons cilantro over the pork mixture; stir. Place a cover on the Dutch oven and simmer the mixture until pork is tender and no longer pink in the center, about 40 minutes.
- Whisk cold water and cornstarch together in a small bowl; stir into the liquid in the Dutch oven and continue cooking until the sauce thickens, 5 to 10 minutes.
- Remove Dutch oven from heat; let dish rest 10 to 15 minutes. Ladle into bowls and top with cheese and desired amount of cilantro to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.5 calories, Carbohydrate 25.5 g, Cholesterol 81.8 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 32.4 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 436.2 mg, Sugar 4 g
10 BEST MEXICAN PORK RECIPE COLLECTION
Try these authentic Mexican pork recipes for dinners that are sure to please! From carnitas to burritos to tacos, everyone will love these dishes.
Provided by insanelygood
Categories Recipe Roundup
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Select your favorite recipe.
- Organize all the required ingredients.
- Prep a Mexican pork dish in 30 minutes or less!
Nutrition Facts :
MEXICAN STEW
I heat up cold nights by serving this thick and zesty stew with corn bread. I also like to spoon leftovers into corn tortillas with a little salsa and reduced-fat sour cream for a satisfying snack. -Mickey Terry of Del Valle, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h5m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven or large soup kettle over medium-high heat, brown meat on all sides in 1 teaspoon oil; drain. Remove meat and keep warm. , In the same pan, saute the onion, celery, jalapeno and garlic in remaining oil until tender. Stir in the water, chili powder, brown sugar, cumin, salt and pepper. Return meat to pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes., Stir in the tomato paste, beans and tomatoes. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 20 minutes longer or until meat is tender and beans are heated through. Sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 377 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 991mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 13g fiber), Protein 32g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
PORK STEW IN GREEN SALSA (GUISADO DE PUERCO CON TOMATILLOS)
My Mexican husband was shocked at how authentic this recipe was to his mom's and grandmother's recipe. This is a delicious, not too spicy, authentic Mexican pork stew that is easy to make and a recipe that everyone in your family will enjoy. Serve with Spanish rice and warm tortillas.
Provided by PLATO712
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Pork
Time 1h50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Stir together the flour, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and cumin in a large bowl. Place the cubed pork into the mixture, and stir well to coat the meat with the seasonings.
- Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers. Working in batches if necessary, place the meat into the hot pan in a single layer. Pan-fry the pork until brown on all sides, about 15 minutes. Remove the pork to a bowl, and cover to keep warm.
- Cook and stir the onion in the hot pan over medium heat, adding more olive oil if necessary, until the onion is translucent and beginning to brown, about 7 minutes. Return the meat to the pan and stir in the garlic, tomatillos, chiles, marjoram, chopped cilantro, and water. Check seasoning and add 1 pinch of salt to taste, if needed. Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender, about 1 hour. Skim excess fat off the stew before serving in bowls, garnished with a dollop of sour cream and a cilantro sprig on each bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 87.5 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 839.2 mg, Sugar 5 g
Tips:
- To save time, use pre-cut pork stew meat. You can also ask your butcher to cut it for you.
- If you don't have a Dutch oven, you can use a large pot with a tight-fitting lid.
- Sear the pork in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and steaming the meat.
- Use a variety of vegetables in your stew, such as potatoes, carrots, celery, and onions. You can also add other vegetables, such as bell peppers, corn, or zucchini.
- Season the stew with a variety of Mexican spices, such as chili powder, cumin, oregano, and paprika. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, onion powder, or cayenne pepper.
- Simmer the stew for at least 1 hour, or until the meat is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.
- Serve the stew with rice, tortillas, or bread.
Conclusion:
This Mexican-inspired pork stew is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The stew is packed with flavor and can be customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a hearty and satisfying meal, give this Mexican-inspired pork stew a try. You won't be disappointed!
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