Calabacita con Puerco (Pork with Squash) Boneless

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 large yellow squash, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 large zucchini, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

1 hour

Difficulty Level:

3 (Medium)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium heat. Add the pork cubes and brown on all sides.
2. Remove the pork from the skillet and set aside. Add the onion and garlic to the skillet and cook until softened.
3. Add the squash, zucchini, tomatoes, tomato sauce, green chilies, cumin, and oregano to the skillet. Stir to combine.
4. Return the pork to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 1 hour, or until the pork is tender and the vegetables are cooked through.

Nutritional Information:

Serving size: 1 cup Calories: 250 Fat: 10g Protein: 25g Carbohydrates: 20g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful boneless pork
• Vibrant and colorful vegetables
• Hearty and satisfying
• Savory and slightly spicy

User Comments:

• "This is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner."
• "The pork is so tender and juicy, and the vegetables are cooked perfectly."
• "I love that this dish is boneless, so it's easy to eat."
• "This is a great recipe for using up leftover pork."
• "I added some sweet corn to the dish for extra sweetness."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you cannot find boneless pork shoulder, you can substitute boneless pork loin or tenderloin.
• If you do not have canned diced tomatoes and tomato sauce, you can use 2 cups of fresh diced tomatoes and 1 cup of tomato juice.
• If you do not have canned green chilies, you can use 1 fresh jalapeño pepper, minced.
• Be sure to adjust the seasoning to your taste.
• This dish can be served with rice, pasta, or tortillas.