Coffee-Braised Pork Shoulder with Chiles and Sweet

Name: Coffee-Braised Pork Shoulder with Chiles and Sweet Potato
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 dried ancho chiles; 2 dried chipotle chiles; 10 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 yellow onion, diced; 3 large carrots, peeled and diced; 3 large sweet potatoes, diced; 8 cloves garlic, sliced; 3 tablespoons cumin seeds; 2 tablespoons Spanish sweet paprika; 8 cups brewed coffee; 1/4 cup sherry vinegar; 2 bay leaves; 5 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 sprig fresh rosemary; 5 fresh sage leaves

Servings: persons

2 dried ancho chiles
2 dried chipotle chiles
10 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 yellow onion, diced
3 large carrots, peeled and diced
3 large sweet potatoes, diced
8 cloves garlic, sliced
3 tablespoons cumin seeds
2 tablespoons Spanish sweet paprika
8 cups brewed coffee
1/4 cup sherry vinegar
2 bay leaves
5 sprigs fresh thyme
1 sprig fresh rosemary
5 fresh sage leaves

1
Place the dried chiles in a large bowl, then pour over enough boiling water to cover them.
2
Cover the bowl and let the chiles steep for about 1 hour, or until completely soft, turning halfway through to make sure they are completely submerged.
3
Once the chiles are rehydrated, drain, reserving the water, and scrape the seeds and veins from the chiles using the back of a spoon or a paring knife.
4
Preheat the oven to 350F.
5
Liberally season the pork with salt and pepper.
6
Heat the oil in a large ovenproof Dutch oven or deep cast-iron pan over medium heat.
7
Working in batches, lightly brown the pork shoulder, then remove from the pan and set aside.
8
Add the onion, carrots, sweet potatoes, garlic, cumin, and paprika to the Dutch oven and stir to scrape the bottom of the pan while the vegetables begin to brown.
9
Once theyve softened and are lightly brown, deglaze the pan with the coffee and vinegar.
10
Add the pork back to the pot, along with the herbs, soaked chiles, the soaking water from the chiles, and enough additional water to just cover the pork.
11
Cut a piece of parchment paper to the shape of the pot and place it directly on top of the pork.
12
Transfer to the oven and cook for 2 hours, until the meat falls apart easily when pierced with a fork.
13
Remove the meat with tongs and serve.

2999

kcal

Calories

170

Fat

Carbs

313

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 dried ancho chiles, 2 dried chipotle chiles, 10 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 1 1/2-inch cubes, Salt and freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Coffee-Braised Pork Shoulder with Chiles and Sweet Potato 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.

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Coffee-Braised Pork Shoulder with Chiles and Sweet Potato

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