Asado de Puerco (Pork in Red Chile Sauce)
User Reviews
4.9
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
10 servings
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Calories
293 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Asado de Puerco (Pork in Red Chile Sauce)
Description
This traditional preparation starts by browning cubed pork loin to seal in flavor and develop a savory crust. Garlic and salt are added to deepen the aroma. The pork then simmers in a mixture of homemade or prepared red chile sauce combined with tomato sauce, oregano, and cumin. Adding water adjusts the consistency and allows the pork to cook thoroughly in the sauce, absorbing the complex flavors.
The resulting dish features tender pork coated in a thick, spicy red sauce that blends smoky and earthy notes from the chile with the sweetness and acidity of tomato. It pairs well with rice or tortillas for a satisfying meal.
For easier butchering, partially freeze the pork before cubing. Avoid overcooking to keep pork tender and juicy. The red chile sauce can be made ahead and stored refrigerated or frozen for convenience. Leftovers improve as flavors meld overnight and can be refrigerated up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months. Reheat gently to maintain texture.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 1/2 pork loin cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 3 garlic chopped, cloves
- 4 cups Red Chile Sauce
- 1 1/4 cups tomato sauce
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano crushed, dried, Mexican
- 1/4 teaspoon cumin ground
- water
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil to pan; swirl to coat. Add pork to pan; cook 5 minutes. Add salt and garlic and continue cooking until pork is thoroughly cooked, about 10 to 15 minutes.
- Add red chile sauce, tomato sauce, oregano, and cumin. Let mixture come to a boil and add water to desired consistency. Simmer for another 10 minutes to let the flavors come together.
Notes
- Freeze the pork briefly (15-20 minutes) for easier cubing and even pieces.
- Do not simmer the pork too long to avoid drying; it may remain slightly pink before simmering in sauce.
- Leftover Asado de Puerco tastes better after flavor melding and can be refrigerated for four days or frozen for three months.
- Prepare the red chile sauce in advance; it keeps refrigerated up to a week or frozen for six months.
- Reheat leftovers gently over low heat or in the microwave to preserve texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 10servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 293 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 293kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 26g | 52% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 71mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 5331mg | 222% |
| Potassium | 529mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 18g | 36% |
| Vitamin A | 133IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 2mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 11mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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