Smoky Chipotle BBQ Potted Pork Tenderloin Recipe

Name: Smoky Chipotle BBQ Potted Pork Tenderloin
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; Smoked paprika, for seasoning; Flour, for dredging; 4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided; 2 onions, chopped; 2 red bell peppers, chopped; 3 to 4 ribs celery, chopped; 4 cloves garlic, sliced; 1 bottle Mexican-style beer (recommended: Negra Modela); 1 (15-ounce) can fire-roasted tomatoes; 1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, medium to spicy heat level, seeded and finely chopped, plus 1 tablespoon adobo sauce; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves; A handful fresh cilantro, finely chopped; Corn tortillas or quick-cooking polenta, for serving; Lime wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Smoked paprika, for seasoning
Flour, for dredging
4 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
2 onions, chopped
2 red bell peppers, chopped
3 to 4 ribs celery, chopped
4 cloves garlic, sliced
1 bottle Mexican-style beer (recommended: Negra Modela)
1 (15-ounce) can fire-roasted tomatoes
1 to 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, medium to spicy heat level, seeded and finely chopped, plus 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme leaves
A handful fresh cilantro, finely chopped
Corn tortillas or quick-cooking polenta, for serving
Lime wedges, for serving

1
Season the pork cubes with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2
Dredge in the flour.
3
Heat a Dutch oven with 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, 3 turns of the pan, over high heat.
4
Brown the pork on all sides.
5
Remove to a plate, reduce the heat, and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil.
6
Add the onions, peppers, celery, and garlic and season with salt and pepper.
7
Cover and sweat for 8 minutes or so.
8
Uncover and stir for 1 to 2 minutes, and then deglaze the pot with the beer and let the liquid reduce, 1 minute more.
9
Add the tomatoes, chipotle and adobo sauce, thyme, and cilantro and heat through.
10
Add the pork back to the pot and simmer over medium-low heat until ready to serve.
11
Char the tortillas or prepare quick-cooking polenta.
12
Serve with lime wedges for topping.

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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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds pork tenderloin, cut into bite-sized pieces, Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, Smoked paprika, for seasoning, Flour, for dredging, and more.

Yes, Smoky Chipotle BBQ Potted Pork Tenderloin 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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Smoky Chipotle BBQ Potted Pork Tenderloin

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Variations & substitutions

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