Ancho - Braised Pork Recipe

Name: Ancho - Braised Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-1/2 lb. boneless pork chops, cut into 3/4 inch cubes; 3 cups water; 1 cup chopped onions; 1/2 tbsp. dried oregano; 1/2 tbsp. dried thyme; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1/4 tsp. peppercorns; 1 bay leaf; 1-1/2 tsp. dried ancho chile powder; 2 tbsp. white vinegar; cider vinegar; 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 1/4 tsp. ground cloves; 2 tbsp. sugar; 1/2 tsp. salt; 2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

Servings: persons

1-1/2 lb. boneless pork chops, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
3 cups water
1 cup chopped onions
1/2 tbsp. dried oregano
1/2 tbsp. dried thyme
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. peppercorns
1 bay leaf
1-1/2 tsp. dried ancho chile powder
2 tbsp. white vinegar
cider vinegar
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
2 tbsp. sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro

1
In a large saucepan, combine the pork, 3 cups water, onion, oregano, thyme, garlic, peppercorns and bay leaf; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
2
Simmer, covered, for 45 minutes or until the pork is tender.
3
Discard the bay leaf and drain the pork, reserving 1 cup of the liquid (with onions, etc.).
4
Return the reserved liquid to the pan with the pork and add the ancho chile powder, vinegar, cumin, cloves, sugar and salt.
5
Simmer for 30 minutes more or until flavors are blended.
6
Serve with rice and top with fresh chopped cilantro.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-1/2 lb. boneless pork chops, cut into 3/4 inch cubes, 3 cups water, 1 cup chopped onions, 1/2 tbsp. dried oregano, and more.

Yes, Ancho - Braised Pork falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Ancho - Braised Pork

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