Pork Loin Chili Recipe

Name: Pork Loin Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 tablespoons vegetable oil; 3 lbs boneless pork loin, cut into 2-inch cubes; kosher salt; fresh ground black pepper; 1 Spanish onion, cut into 1-inch dice; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 red bell peppers, seeded and cut into 1-inch dice; 3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons ground cumin; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped; 3 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, with juice; 1/2 cup honey; 1/2 cup black coffee; 1/2 cup Bourbon; 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained; 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained; 1 cup sour cream, for serving; 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded, for serving; 1 (4 ounce) can jalapenos, sliced, for serving

Servings: persons

8 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 lbs boneless pork loin, cut into 2-inch cubes
kosher salt
fresh ground black pepper
1 Spanish onion, cut into 1-inch dice
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 red bell peppers, seeded and cut into 1-inch dice
3 jalapeno peppers, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons light brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
3 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, with juice
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup black coffee
1/2 cup Bourbon
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained
1 cup sour cream, for serving
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded, for serving
1 (4 ounce) can jalapenos, sliced, for serving

1
Pour 4 tablespoons of the oil into a large, heavy bottomed stockpot and place over high heat for 2 to 3 minutes. Season the pork with a dash of salt and pepper and brown it in batches, 3 to 5 minutes per batch. Set aside the browned pork.
2
Pour the remaining oil into the pot and add the onion, garlic, bell pepper and jalapenos. Season the veggies with the brown sugar, chili powder, cumin, cayenne, salt, pepper and cilantro. Sweat the vegetable mixture over medium heat for 10 minutes, until the onion is soft. Add the pork back to the pot along with the tomatoes, honey, coffee, bourbon. Add the beans, stir well, bring up to a simmer and then lower the heat to the lowest setting.
3
Let simmer 2 to 3 hours, until the pork is juicy and buttery soft. Serve directly from the stovetop with side bowls of sour cream, sliced jalapenos, and shredded cheddar.

1849

kcal

Calories

110

Fat

Carbs

124

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 tablespoons vegetable oil, 3 lbs boneless pork loin, cut into 2-inch cubes, kosher salt, fresh ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Pork Loin Chili 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.

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Pork Loin Chili

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