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Carne Adovada

Carne Adovada

Carne Adovada is a heartwarming dish featuring tender pork shoulder and vibrant red chile sauce, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: EVENING DINNERS
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pork
  • 3 lb pork shoulder this cut is perfect for slow cooking, yielding tender, juicy results
For the Red Chile Sauce
  • 6 pods dried red chile choose your preferred heat level
  • 4 cloves garlic crushed for enhanced flavor
  • 2 tablespoon vinegar adds a tanginess
  • 1 teaspoon oregano complements the heat from the chiles

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

How to Make Carne Adovada
  1. Prepare the Chile Sauce: Soak the dried red chile pods in hot water for about 15 minutes until they soften. Blend the chiles with garlic, vinegar, and oregano until smooth.
  2. Brown the Pork: Heat a couple of tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the pork shoulder on all sides for 5-7 minutes.
  3. Simmer Together: Add the prepared red chile sauce to the pot along with broth or water. Cover and simmer on low heat for about 2.5 hours until the pork is fork-tender.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Serve with warm tortillas or over rice for a comforting meal. Allow the Carne Adovada to sit for a few minutes after cooking before serving to help the flavors meld beautifully.

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