Pork for Tamales

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

2 hours 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, heat the vegetable oil.
2. Add the pork cubes and brown on all sides.
3. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in the chicken broth, cilantro, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours, or until the pork is tender.
5. Remove the pork from the pot and shred it with two forks.
6. Add the shredded pork back to the pot and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the sauce has thickened.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 320
• Fat: 15g
• Protein: 25g
• Carbohydrates: 10g

Dish Characteristics:

• Tender and flavorful pork
• Rich and savory sauce
• Perfect for filling tamales or tacos

User Comments:

• "This is the best pork for tamales I've ever had!"
• "The flavor is amazing and it's so easy to make."
• "I love the sauce; it's so flavorful and rich."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you can't find boneless pork shoulder, you can use bone-in pork shoulder. Just be sure to remove the bones before shredding the meat.
• To make the sauce thicker, simply simmer it for longer.
• This recipe can be made ahead of time and refrigerated for up to 3 days. Simply reheat before serving.