Delicious Slow Cooker Carne Adovada Recipe

This slow cooker carne adovada recipe is a classic New Mexican dish that features tender chunks of pork marinated in a flavorful red chile sauce. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together, resulting in a dish that is rich, spicy, and incredibly satisfying. Serve the carne adovada with warm tortillas, rice, and beans for a complete and delicious meal. With just a few simple ingredients and minimal hands-on time, you can enjoy this traditional Mexican dish without spending hours in the kitchen.

Ingredients

• 3 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cups New Mexico red chile powder
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons dried oregano
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons salt, or to taste

Directions

1. In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened and fragrant, about 5 minutes.
3. Transfer the onion and garlic mixture to a slow cooker.
4. In a separate bowl, combine the New Mexico red chile powder, water, dried oregano, ground cumin, and salt.
5. Stir the chile sauce until well combined.
6. Add the pork shoulder cubes to the slow cooker.
7. Pour the chile sauce over the pork, making sure all the meat is coated.
8. Cover the slow cooker and cook on low for 8 hours, or until the pork is tender and the flavors have melded together.
9. Once cooked, serve the carne adovada with warm tortillas, rice, and beans.
10. Enjoy!

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