Mexican Style Pork & Rice Soup Recipe

Name: Mexican Style Pork & Rice Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lb boneless pork loin, cut into cubes; 1 small yellow onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 3 serrano chilies, seeded and chopped; 1/4 cup long-grain rice; 5 cups chicken broth; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced fresh; 1 lime, juice of; salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lb boneless pork loin, cut into cubes
1 small yellow onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 serrano chilies, seeded and chopped
1/4 cup long-grain rice
5 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced fresh
1 lime, juice of
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

1
Brown the pork:In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, warm 1 Tbs. of the olive oil. Working in batches if needed to avoid crowding, add the pork and cook until golden brown on all sides, about 6 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to a plate.
2
Simmer the soup: Reduce the heat to medium and warm the remaining 1 Tbs. oil. Add the onion, garlic, chilies and rice and stir to coat with the oil. Add the broth and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to low, cover and simmer until the rice is tender, about 15 minutes.
3
Finish the soup:Return the pork to the pan, stir in the cilantro and lime juice, and cook until the pork is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Ladle into bowls and serve immediately.

969

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

128

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 lb boneless pork loin, cut into cubes, 1 small yellow onion, chopped, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Mexican Style Pork & Rice Soup falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

Mexican Style Pork & Rice Soup

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