Asado de Puerco Recipe
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5.0
12 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
2 hrs
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Marinating
4 hrs
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Servings
6
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Calories
334 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Mexican
Asado de Puerco Recipe
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Asado de Puerco is a traditional Mexican pork stew with tender pieces of pork simmered in a vibrant red chili sauce, so hearty, smoky and mildly spicy, cooked up in a single pot.
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Ingredients
FOR THE CHILI SAUCE
- 3 dried guajillo chilies
- 3 dried Pasilla chilies
- 3 ancho chilies
- 3 chiles de árbol optional, for spicy
- 1 medium white or yellow onion chopped
- 5 cloves garlic chopped
- 2 tablespoon roasted pumpkin seeds
- 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 2 bay leaves
- 2 cup chicken broth or use water with 1 Knorr chicken bouillon cube
FOR THE PORK MARINADE (OPTIONAL)
- 10 cloves garlic
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
FOR THE PORK
- 2.5 lbs pork shoulder cut into bite-sized cubes (1-2 inches)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons lard or vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup orange juice
Instructions
FOR THE CHILI SAUCE
- Remove stems and seeds from the dried chilies. Toast them hot pan over medium heat 1 minute per side or until they become aromatic. Be careful not to burn them.
- Place the toasted chilies in a bowl, cover with hot water, and soak for 20 minutes to soften.
- Drain the soaked chilies and transfer them to a blender or food processor.
- Add chopped onion, chopped garlic, pumpkin seeds, Mexican oregano, cumin, bay leaves, salt and pepper to taste, and 1 cup of broth.
- Blend until smooth. Strain if desired for an extra smooth sauce.
FOR THE PORK MARINADE (OPTIONAL)
- For extra flavor development, add the garlic, salt, and black pepper to a molcajete or bowl. Add a splash of water and mash into a paste. You can also use a blender or food processor.
- Rub the garlic mixture over into the pieces of pork, cover, and refrigerate at least 4 hours, or overnight for more flavor penetration. Bring to room temperature when ready to cook.
FOR THE PORK
- Heat the lard or oil over medium-high heat in a large pot or Dutch oven.
- Season the pork cubes with salt and pepper, then brown them in batches, 3-4 minutes per side. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even browning.
- Once all the pork is browned, return it all to the pot and pour in the chili sauce.
- Add the remaining 1 cup of broth and orange juice. Stir well to combine. Scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the pork is tender and the flavors have melded together. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Taste the stew and adjust salt as needed.
SERVING
- Serve hot, with warm corn or flour tortillas, Mexican rice, and refried beans.
Notes
- Cooking Time estimated without marinating time.
- Tomato sauce is a nice addition to the sauce. Use ½ cup.
- Other Mexican chilies – Cascabel, pasilla, guajillo etc. If unable to find cascabels, use pasilla and guajillo only (4-5 each).
- Additional Seasonings Options. Cloves, cinnamon, other fresh herbs like thyme.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
334kcal
(17%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
28g
(56%)
Fat
16g
(25%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
5g
Monounsaturated Fat
5g
Trans Fat
0.03g
Cholesterol
77mg
(26%)
Sodium
1302mg
(54%)
Potassium
1006mg
(29%)
Fiber
7g
(28%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
6457IU
(129%)
Vitamin C
16mg
(18%)
Calcium
61mg
(6%)
Iron
4mg
(22%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 334 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 334kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 28g | 56% |
| Fat | 16g | 25% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5g | 29% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0.03g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 77mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 1302mg | 54% |
| Potassium | 1006mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 7g | 28% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 6457IU | 129% |
| Vitamin C | 16mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 61mg | 6% |
| Iron | 4mg | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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