Recipe
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Mexican Pork Chili Colorado

Tender pork shoulder braised in a rich, smoky sauce made from dried ancho and guajillo chilies. Serve with rice, beans, and tortillas.

Total
1 h 30 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Medium
Open in lopu

Nutrition

per serving
kcal
585
Protein
42 g
Fat
28 g
Carbs
40 g

Ingredients

for 4 servings
  • Pork shoulder800 g
  • ancho chilies4 pcs
  • guajillo chilies4 pcs
  • garlic4 clove
  • onion1 medium
  • cumin1 tbsp
  • oregano1 tsp
  • beef broth500 ml
  • vegetable oil2 tbsp
  • corn tortillas8 pcs

Method

5 steps
  1. Rehydrate the ancho and guajillo chilies in hot water, then blend with garlic, cumin, and oregano until smooth.

  2. Sear the cubed pork shoulder in vegetable oil in a large pot until browned.

  3. Add the blended chili sauce and beef broth to the pot with the pork.

  4. Simmer for 60 minutes until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.

  5. Serve the chili with warm corn tortillas.