Pork with Red Chili Sauce Recipe

Name: Pork with Red Chili Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds pork shoulder lean, boneless; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 large onions chopped; 2 each garlic cloves minced; 6 teaspoons chili powder; 1 teaspoon cumin; 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano; 1 1/4 cups water; 1 teaspoon honey; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3 tablespoons tomato paste

Servings: persons

1
Trim and discard all fat from the meat and cut into 1-inch cubes.
2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high, and cook meat, a few pieces at a time, until brown.
3
Push meat to one side of the pan, add onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin and oregano; cook until onion is limp.
4
Stir in water, honey, salt and tomato paste.
5
Simmer, covered, until pork is tender, about 1 hour.
6
Skim off fat and discard.
7
To serve, fill warm corn or flour tortillas (made with margarine) with meat mixture.
8
Include rice or beans, if desired, and garnish.

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds pork shoulder lean, boneless, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 large onions chopped, 2 each garlic cloves minced, and more.

Yes, Pork with Red Chili Sauce 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 with Red Chili Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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