Mexican Chili Recipe
red pork chili or pork verde with charro beans, onion and cilantro. served with tortillas, rice and beans.
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Ingredients
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Chili Base
Charro Beans
To Serve
Method
Chili Preparation
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Mix in Tomato Sauce and Spices
Stir in the tomato sauce, chicken broth, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a simmer.
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Simmer the Chili
Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the chili simmer for 1-1.5 hours, stirring occasionally until the pork is tender.
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Finish with Cilantro
Once cooked, stir in the chopped cilantro and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Charro Beans Preparation
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Prepare the Beans
Soak the dried pinto beans in water overnight. Drain and rinse before cooking.
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Combine Ingredients
Add the soaked pinto beans, green chilies, chicken broth, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Bring to a boil.
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Simmer the Beans
Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5-2 hours until the beans are tender. Stir occasionally and add water if needed.
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Finish with Bacon and Cilantro
Once the beans are cooked, stir in the crispy bacon and chopped cilantro.
Serving
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Prepare the Tortillas and Rice
Warm the tortillas in a skillet or microwave. Serve alongside the cooked rice.
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Plate the Chili and Beans
In bowls, serve the Mexican chili with a generous scoop of charro beans on the side.
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Garnish and Enjoy
Garnish with additional cilantro if desired and enjoy the meal!