Ingredients
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1 1/2 lbs boneless pork chops, cut into 3/4 inch cubes
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3 cups water
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1 cup chopped onion
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1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
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1/2 tablespoon dried thyme
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 bay leaf
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1 1/2 teaspoons dried ancho chile powder
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2 tablespoons white vinegar or 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
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1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
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1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
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2 tablespoons sugar
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1/2 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
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1/4 teaspoon peppercorn
Instructions
- In a large saucepan, combine the pork, 3 cups water, onion, oregano, thyme, garlic, peppercorns and bay leaf; bring to a boil then reduce heat to low.
- Simmer, covered, for 45 minutes or until the pork is tender.
- Discard the bay leaf and drain the pork, reserving 1 cup of the liquid (with onions, etc.) Return the reserved liquid to the pan with the pork and add the ancho chile powder, vinegar, cumin, cloves, sugar and salt.
- Simmer for 30 minutes more or until flavors are blended; serve with rice and top with fresh chopped cilantro.