Habanero Pork with Butter Garlic Rice

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Recipe ingredients:
  • πŸ– 2 lb of pork meat, diced
  • 🌢️ 2 yellow or orange bell peppers
  • πŸŒ‘ Black pepper to taste
  • 🐷 1/4 cup of lard
  • πŸ§„ 4 garlic cloves
  • πŸ§… 1/4 of an onion
  • 🌢️ 5 habanero peppers, diced
  • πŸ… 3 green or yellow tomatoes
  • 🍚 2 cups of white rice, long-grain
  • 🍾 4 tbsp of cooking oil
  • 🧈 6 tbsp of butter
  • πŸ§„ 3 minced garlic cloves
  • πŸ— 2 tbsp of chicken bouillon
  • πŸ§‚ 1/2 tsp of salt
  • πŸ’§ 3 cups of hot water
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Habanero Pork with Butter Garlic Rice
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Experience the vibrant flavors of Mexico with this spicy and aromatic Habanero Pork served with buttery and garlicky rice. Perfect for those who love a bit of heat in their meals, this recipe pairs tender pork with a flavorful habanero salsa, complemented by rich garlic-infused rice. Serve with warm corn tortillas for a complete culinary delight.

Ingredients:

For the Habanero Pork:

  • πŸ– 2 lb of pork meat, diced
  • 🌢️ 2 yellow or orange bell peppers
  • πŸ§‚ Salt to taste
  • πŸŒ‘ Black pepper to taste
  • 🐷 1/4 cup of lard
    For the Salsa:
  • πŸ§„ 4 garlic cloves
  • πŸ§… 1/4 of an onion
  • 🌢️ 5 habanero peppers, diced
  • πŸ… 3 green or yellow tomatoes
    For the Rice:
  • 🍚 2 cups of white rice, long-grain
  • 🍾 4 tbsp of cooking oil
  • 🧈 6 tbsp of butter
  • πŸ§„ 3 minced garlic cloves
  • πŸ— 2 tbsp of chicken bouillon
  • πŸ§‚ 1/2 tsp of salt
  • πŸ’§ 3 cups of hot water

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Salsa:
    • In a pot, place the garlic cloves, quartered onion, diced habaneros, and tomatoes.
    • Cover the ingredients with water and boil for 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
    • Blend the boiled vegetables into a smooth salsa and set aside.
  2. Cook the Rice:
    • In a large pan, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat.
    • Add the rice and fry until it is slightly golden brown.
    • Stir in the butter and minced garlic until fragrant.
    • Add chicken bouillon, salt, and hot water; allow the mixture to come to a boil.
    • Reduce the heat to the lowest setting, cover the pan, and let simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed and the rice is cooked through.
    • Remove from heat and let the steam escape to prevent overcooking.
  3. Cook the Pork:
    • In a separate pot, melt the lard over medium heat.
    • Add the diced pork and season with salt and black pepper to taste.
    • Fry the pork until it becomes slightly crispy.
    • Add the bell peppers and prepared salsa to the pot.
    • Let the mixture simmer for 15 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  4. Serve:
    • Serve the habanero pork with a generous portion of butter garlic rice.
    • Accompany your dish with warm corn tortillas.

Cooking Tips:

  • Adjust the number of habanero peppers according to your spice tolerance.
  • For a creamier rice texture, you may add a splash of heavy cream before serving.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 65 minutes
Servings: 4-6 people


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