Amador County Recipe
Make Amador County Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Spices and Seasonings
Garnishes
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Pork
Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder and cut it into large chunks.
- 2
Chop Vegetables
Dice the onion and mince the garlic cloves.
- 3
Prepare Chipotle Peppers
Chop the chipotle peppers finely, making sure to include some of the adobo sauce for added flavor.
Cooking
- 4
Sear the Pork
In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork chunks in batches, searing on all sides until browned. Remove and set aside.
- 5
- 6
Combine Ingredients
Return the seared pork to the pot. Add the canned tomatoes, chicken broth, chipotle peppers, cumin, paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
- 7
Simmer
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let simmer for about 2 to 3 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shredded with a fork.
- 8
Serving
- 9
Garnish and Serve
Ladle the pork mixture into bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lime wedges on the side.
