Mexican-Style Seasoned Pork Recipe

Name: Mexican-Style Seasoned Pork
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 pounds boneless pork sirloin chops, cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cup Chicken Stock (page 230) or store-bought low-sodium chicken broth; 1 7-ounce can or jar salsa verde (mild to medium); 6 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped; 2 plum tomatoes, chopped; 1 large yellow onion, chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin; 1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon dried oregano; Dash of cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

2 1/4 pounds boneless pork sirloin chops, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup Chicken Stock (page 230) or store-bought low-sodium chicken broth
1 7-ounce can or jar salsa verde (mild to medium)
6 large garlic cloves, roughly chopped
2 plum tomatoes, chopped
1 large yellow onion, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon dried oregano
Dash of cayenne pepper

1
In a large bowl, season the pork with the salt and pepper.
2
In a 12-inch skillet over high heat, heat the oil and add the pork, searing it on one side until golden brown, about 5 minutes.
3
Stir the pork and continue searing it on all sides for an additional 12 to 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
4
The pork is done when the liquid in the pan is evaporated and the meat is evenly browned on all sides.
5
Add the chicken stock, salsa verde, garlic, tomatoes, onion, cumin, chili powder, oregano, cayenne, and 3 cups water to the skillet.
6
Bring to a simmer and cook for 30 to 45 minutes until the liquid is almost evaporated, stirring occasionally.
7
Reduce the heat to medium and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the dish has the desired amount of sauce.
8
The longer you cook it, the less sauce you will have.
9
For more tender pork, add an additional 1/2 cup water and continue cooking until the desired amount of sauce is reached.
10
The pork can be prepared up to 5 days in advance or frozen for up to 3 months.
11
Reheat, covered, in a saucepan over low heat.

1057

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* 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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 pounds boneless pork sirloin chops, cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Mexican-Style Seasoned Pork 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mexican-Style Seasoned Pork

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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