Red Chile Stew
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Makes:
8
servings
Total Cost:
$$$$
Spicy and savory, this four ingredient stew is simple and delicious.
Ingredients
- 3 dried red chiles (more or less depending on taste)
- 1 cup water
- 2 pounds pork, cut into small pieces - save some fat
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt (optional)
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- Wash chilies, removing stems and seeds. Place in blender with 1 cup water and blend into paste.
- Put pork fat into deep skillet until there is enough on the bottom of the skillet to prevent meat from sticking. Discard remaining fat.
- Brown pork lightly. Add the chili paste and mix well, adding water if mixture is too thick. Add oregano and garlic powder. Cover pan and simmer slowly for one hour.
A River of Recipes: Native American Recipes Using Commodity Foods
USDA Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations
