MEXICAN BRAISED PORK SHOULDER

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Categories     Pork     Braise

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 20

31/2-4# boneless pork shoulder (paleta de puerco)
2 medium vidalia onions, quartered
2 large pablano chile peppers, deseeded and cut into 1/2" sized pieces
5 cloves garlic, minced
12oz. light Mexican beer (like Tecate)
12oz. can quality tomato paste
12oz. water
28oz. can prepared green chile enchilada sauce (like La Victoria)
6oz. tamed pickled jalapenos (use hot if preferred)
1 Tbl. habanero sauce (can be added after cooking to obtain desired spice level)
1 Tbl. ground coriander
1/2 Tbl. ground cumin
1/2 Tbl. granulated garlic
1/2 Tbl. granulated onion
2 Tbl. salt
1 Tbl. fresh ground black pepper
1 Tbl. canola oil
iceberg lettuce, minced
tortillas (flour or corn, which ever you prefer)
queso fresco (or desired cheese)

Steps:

  • Season pork shoulder evenly with coriander, cumin, garlic, onion, salt, and pepper. Add canola oil to a pre-heated dutch/french oven on stove top. once oil is hot sear pork on 1 side for 5 minutes on medium heat (allowing pork to brown by not moving until meat releases from pot). repeat browning on all sides. remove pork and set aside. add onions and pablanos into pot (add a little oil if needed). while veggies are cooking constantly scrap any brown bits from bottom of pot. Continue till onions become translucent. next, add the garlic and continue cooking for 45 seconds. than, add the beer. continue scrapping of all brown bits while beer reduces to 1/4 cup. than add tomato paste; constantly stirring for 1 1/2 minutes. now add the enchilada sauce, water, and jalapenos. mix sauce and veggies till incorporated well. (this can all be done a day ahead and braiseing process can be done later if desired) return pork and let sauce come to boil. cover, and place in pre-heated 350 degree oven for 2.5-3 hours (until pork pulls apart with fork). remove pork to cutting board and shed with a fork, removeing any excess fat. taste sauce for heat and add haberno sauce if desired. return meat to sauce. serve with heated tortillas, and shredded lettuce, and cheese. *can use any leftovers for an awesome breakfest by adding pork to scrambled eggs.

kelsey barker
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is delicious.


Ethan Steich
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The pork is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is amazing.


Vlad Batsavage
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I'm not a fan of pork, but this recipe was surprisingly good. The pork was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was delicious.


Excellent Eclips
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I'm not a big fan of cilantro, but I didn't mind it in this recipe. It actually added a nice flavor to the dish.


Bright Mcwestern
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This is a great recipe for a party. It's easy to make ahead of time and it's always a hit.


Dorcas Jasmine
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This recipe is a bit expensive, but it's worth it. The pork is so tender and flavorful, and the sauce is delicious.


Mahatat Zbcxgxgx
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the whole family will love it.


Dominic Craft
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I'm not a big fan of Mexican food, but this recipe changed my mind. The pork was so delicious and the sauce was amazing.


SULAINAH NALUBEGA
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I made this recipe in my slow cooker and it turned out great. The pork was so tender and flavorful.


ABMOBILE Lahurechowk
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This recipe is easy to follow and the ingredients are easy to find.


Shajahan Khan
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I'm not a fan of spicy food, but this recipe wasn't too spicy for me. It was just the right amount of heat.


Daniel Goodnews
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.


Josh Pro
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I love the flavor of this dish. The chipotle peppers give it a nice smoky flavor.


Saika Khan
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The pork is fall-off-the-bone tender and the sauce is amazing.


Hassani Tok
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The pork is always tender and juicy, and the sauce is delicious.


Terri Harrison
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This is my go-to recipe for Mexican braised pork shoulder. It's always a crowd-pleaser.


Tariq Shaami
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I'm not a big fan of pork, but this recipe changed my mind. The meat was so tender and flavorful, I couldn't get enough of it.


999 1luhh
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This dish is a great way to feed a crowd. I made it for a party and everyone raved about it.


Oyuk David Livingstone
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I love this recipe! The pork is always so moist and juicy, and the sauce is to die for.


Subhadra Nepali
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This Mexican braised pork shoulder recipe is a keeper! The meat was so tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and delicious. I served it with rice and beans, and it was a hit with my family.