Pork Chili Colorado

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15 oz) can chili beans, undrained
• 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, undrained
• 1 (4 oz) can diced green chilis, undrained
• 1 tbsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp cumin
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Preparation Time:

20 minutes

Cooking Time:

2 hours

Difficulty Level:

2 out of 5 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the pork on all sides. Remove from pot and set aside.
2. Add onions, green bell peppers, and red bell peppers to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in tomato sauce, chili beans, pinto beans, green chilis, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and pepper.
4. Return pork to the pot and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 2 hours, or until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 350
• Fat: 15g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Hearty and flavorful
• Rich with the taste of chili, tomatoes, and pork
• Slight kick of spice
• Perfect for a cold winter night or gathering

User Comments:

• "This dish was absolutely delicious! The pork was so tender and the sauce was bursting with flavor." - Anna
• "I loved the combination of beans and pork in this recipe. It's a great dish for a crowd." - Emily
• "This chili was perfect for a cold day. It was so warm and comforting." - Sarah

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Adjust the spice level to your preference by adding more or less chili powder.
• If you don't have green chilis, you can substitute with a fresh jalapeño pepper, minced.
• Serve with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, cheese, or tortilla chips.