Lentils With Chilies, Pork, And Fruit – Lentejas En Adobo

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Servings: 4 servings Difficulty: Advanced
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A rich, savory stew blending tender lentils, succulent pork, and sweet fruits in a complex chili-adobo sauce.
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Lentils With Chilies, Pork, And Fruit – Lentejas En Adobo

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 servings Calories: 450
Dietary:
V Vegan

Description

This hearty Lentejas En Adobo transforms humble lentils into a luxurious meal by pairing them with slow-simmered pork and sweet tropical fruits. The dish features a deep, complex sauce made from blended ancho chilies, broiled tomatoes, and warm spices like cinnamon and clove. As the lentils cook, they absorb the savory pork broth and the subtle sweetness of plantains and pineapple, creating a perfect balance of textures and flavors. It is a comforting, one-pot wonder that feels both rustic and refined, ideal for cold evenings or when you crave something deeply satisfying.

Directions

  1. Run the lentils through your hands to remove any stones or foreign bodies, then rinse them in two changes of water.
  2. Place rinsed lentils in a large pan, add the chopped onion, salt to taste, and enough water to cover the lentils by about 2 inches.
  3. Bring the lentils to a fast simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to maintain a gentle simmer until the lentils are quite soft, approximately 3 hours. Keep a pan of near-boiling water nearby to add if the pot becomes too dry.
  4. Meanwhile, place the cubed pork in a separate pan, add salt to taste and enough water to cover.
  5. Bring the pork to a fast simmer and cook until tender but not falling apart, about 25 minutes.
  6. Strain the pork, reserving both the broth and the meat separately.
  7. Cover the dried ancho chilies with boiling water and let soak for about 15 minutes until softened and fleshy.
  8. Drain the chilies and place them in a blender with 1 cup of the reserved pork broth, the broiled tomatoes, garlic, oregano, whole clove, and cinnamon stick.
  9. Blend the mixture until smooth, adding more broth only if necessary to help the blades move.
  10. Heat the lard or oil in a small frying pan over medium heat.
  11. Add the blended chili mixture to the pan and fry, stirring and scraping the bottom, until reduced and well seasoned, about 4 minutes.
  12. Add the fried chili sauce to the pot of cooked lentils.
  13. Stir in the cooked pork, remaining pork broth, cubed plantain, and pineapple wedges.
  14. Simmer everything together for about 30 minutes to meld the flavors.
  15. Adjust salt to taste and add water if the mixture is too thick; it should have the consistency of a thick soup.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 450kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g19%
Saturated Fat 4g20%
Cholesterol 45mg15%
Sodium 350mg15%
Total Carbohydrate 45g15%
Dietary Fiber 10g40%
Sugars 15g
Protein 25g50%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: lentils, pork, adobo, stew, ancho chilies, plantain, pineapple, filipino, mexican, comfort food, slow cooked, savory, hearty, spicy, one pot meal, cinnamon, garlic, tomato sauce
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