Asado de Puerco

Asado de Puerco is a traditional Mexican dish featuring tender pork simmered in a rich, flavorful red chili sauce. This low-carb version brings authentic flavors to your table while keeping it healthy and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Pork shoulder - 500 grams
• Dried guajillo chilies - 4
• Dried ancho chilies - 2
• Garlic cloves - 3
• Onion - 1 medium, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Oregano - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Chicken broth - 250 ml
• Lime - 1, for garnish
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped, for garnish

Steps

1. Start by removing the stems and seeds from the dried guajillo and ancho chilies. Rinse them under cold water.
2. In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the chilies for about 2 minutes until fragrant, then transfer them to a bowl and cover with hot water for 15 minutes to soften.
3. In a blender, combine the softened chilies, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth, adding a little of the soaking water if necessary.
4. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Cut the pork shoulder into 2-inch cubes and season with salt and pepper. Brown the pork on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
5. Add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Pour in the chili sauce from the blender and stir to combine.
6. Add the chicken broth to the pot and bring to a simmer. Cover and let it cook for 60 minutes on low heat, stirring occasionally, until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
7. Serve hot, garnished with lime wedges and chopped cilantro.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 38 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which supports muscle repair and growth.
• Low in carbohydrates, making it suitable for low-carb diets.

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