Ancho Tamarind Pork Stew

Enjoy the hot, bold flavor of our Ancho Tamarind Pork Stew. This pork recipe combines ancho chili peppers with a medley of spices that add a kick to every bite you take.

1/2 cup boiling water
1 dried ancho chili peppers
2 Tbsp. Country Crock® Spread, divided
3 lbs. boneless pork shoulder, cut into stew cubes
1 large onion, chopped
1 tsp. cumin seed
2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 cups tamarind nectar
1 can (6 oz.) pineapple juice
2 Knorr® Chicken flavored Bouillon Cube(s)

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION

Amount per serving

Calories550

Calories from Fat280

Total Fat31g

Saturated Fat10g

Trans Fat0g

Cholesterol145mg

Sodium1060mg

Total Carbs21g

Dietary Fiber2g

Sugars15g

Protein44g

Calcium6%

Iron15%

Vitamin C35%

Vitamin A15%

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All recipes have been analyzed for their nutrient content by Registered Dietitians using Genesis® R&D Food Development and Labeling Software.

1 Pour boiling water over ancho chili pepper; let stand covered 10 minutes. Process pepper with water in blender or mini food processor; set aside.
2 Heat 1 tablespoon Country Crock® Spread in deep large skillet and cook 1/2 of the pork over medium high heat, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 4 minutes. Remove pork from skillet and repeat with remaining Spread and pork; set aside.
3 Stir onion into same skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in cumin and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, 1 minute. Stir in ancho puree and cook, stirring occasionally 2 minutes. Stir in tamarind nectar, pineapple juice, Knorr® Chicken flavor Bouillon Cubes, and pork. Simmer covered, stirring occasionally, 1 hour. Partially remove cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until pork is tender, about 1 hour. Garnish, if desired, with chopped cilantro.