Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 unit

onion

chopped

3 clove

garlic

finely chopped

2 lb

pork top loin

cut into 1 inch pieces

0.25 cup

cornmeal

1 tsp

ground cumin

0.5 tsp

dried oregano leaves

0.25 tsp

salt

15 ounce

chili beans in sauce

undrained

14.5 ounce

diced tomatoes with green chilies

undrained

1 cup

chicken broth

2 cup

frozen whole kernel corn

thawed

Step 1
~49 min

Place chopped onion and garlic in the bottom of a slow cooker.

Step 2
~49 min

Top with pork pieces.

Step 3
~49 min

In a separate bowl, mix cornmeal, cumin, oregano, and salt.

Step 4
~49 min

Sprinkle the cornmeal mixture over the pork and mix well to coat.

Step 5
~49 min

Add chili beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and chicken broth to the slow cooker.

Step 6
~49 min

Mix all ingredients in the slow cooker thoroughly.

Step 7
~49 min

Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or until the pork is very tender.

Step 8
~49 min

About 30 minutes before serving, add the thawed frozen corn to the stew.

Step 9
~49 min

Turn the slow cooker to high and cook for the remaining 30 minutes until corn is heated through.

Step 10
~49 min

Serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a can of green chiles for extra heat.

Top with sour cream or avocado before serving.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Yes, can be made a day ahead

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with cornbread

Serve with a side salad

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Cornbread

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwestern United States

Cultural Significance

Hearty and comforting dish with Native American and Spanish influences.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Fall harvest festivals
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual gathering
Fall meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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