Carne De Cerdo Guisado Browned Pork Strips
Indulge your taste buds with the rich, comforting flavors of Carne De Cerdo Guisado, a traditional Latin-inspired dish featuring tender browned pork strips simmered to perfection in a savory tomato-based sauce. This recipe takes juicy pork loin or shoulder, seasoned with smoky paprika, cumin, and a hint of spice, and slowly braises it with garlic, onion, diced tomatoes, and chicken broth for a deeply flavorful result. A splash of lime juice and fresh cilantro add a vibrant touch at the end, making this dish irresistibly zesty and aromatic. Perfectly paired with fluffy rice or warm tortillas, this hearty meal is a delicious way to bring bold, home-cooked flavors to your table. Simple yet satisfying, it's the perfect centerpiece for a cozy dinner with loved ones!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lb Pork loin or shoulder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 medium White onion, chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 14 oz Diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
- 2 tbsp Tomato paste
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 0.25 cup Fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tbsp Lime juice
- 1 unit Optional: Jalapeño, diced
Instructions
Trim any excess fat from the pork loin or shoulder and cut it into thin strips, about 2 inches long.
In a large bowl, season the pork strips with salt, black pepper, ground cumin, and paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Working in batches if necessary, add the pork strips to the pan in a single layer without overcrowding. Brown the pork on all sides, about 2-3 minutes per side. Remove the browned pork from the pan and set aside.
In the same pan, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent. Add the minced garlic and optional diced jalapeño, and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Stir in the diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and chicken broth. Mix well to combine and bring the mixture to a simmer.
Return the browned pork strips to the pan, nestling them into the sauce. Add the bay leaf.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan, and let the pork simmer gently for 35-40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender and has absorbed the flavors of the sauce.
Remove the bay leaf and stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Serve hot with rice, warm tortillas, or your favorite side dish. Garnish with extra cilantro, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2680 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 157.9 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 49.9 g | 250% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 717 mg | 239% | |
| Sodium | 3556 mg | 155% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.7 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.2 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 258.0 g | 516% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 361 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 5677 mg | 121% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
