Ancho Pork and Peppers

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
29%
Ancho Pork and Peppers
45 min.
4
267kcal

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This Ancho Pork and Peppers recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that's perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The pork is seasoned with a blend of ancho chili powder, cumin, and garlic, giving it a wonderful depth of flavor with a subtle kick. The bell peppers and onions add a nice contrast in texture and a touch of sweetness, while the lime juice provides a bright, tangy finish.

What's great about this recipe is that it's not only tasty but also healthy and gluten-free. It's a well-balanced dish with a good source of protein, vitamins, and minerals. The preparation is simple and straightforward, making it accessible for cooks of all skill levels. You can also easily adjust the spice level to your preference by adding more or less chili powder.

This dish is versatile and can be served in various ways. Enjoy it as a hearty lunch or a satisfying dinner. Serve it with some steamed rice or cauliflower rice, or wrap it in a tortilla for a tasty taco. You can even use the leftovers in a salad or sandwich for a quick and flavorful lunch.

So, if you're looking for a new way to spice up your pork dishes, give this Ancho Pork and Peppers recipe a try! It's sure to become a favorite in your household.

Ingredients

  • teaspoons ancho chili powder 
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 1.5 cups bell pepper green cut into 1/4-inch strips
  • teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • cups onion vertically sliced
  • 16 ounce pork loin chops boneless ( 1/)
  • 1.5 cups bell pepper red cut into 1/4-inch strips
  • teaspoon salt divided

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Combine chile powder, cumin, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl.
  2. Sprinkle both sides of pork with chile mixture.
  3. Heat a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat.
  4. Add pork; cook 4 minutes on each side or until done.
  5. Remove from pan; keep warm.
  6. Heat oil in pan over medium-high heat.
  7. Add onion, peppers, and 1/2 teaspoon salt; saut 4 minutes.
  8. Add garlic; saut 1 minute.
  9. Remove from heat. Stir in juice.

Nutrition Facts

Calories267kcal
Protein40.16%
Fat31.7%
Carbs28.14%

Properties

Glycemic Index
26
Glycemic Load
3.49
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
26.158261195473%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
3mg
Isorhamnetin
6.01mg
Kaempferol
0.83mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
25.79mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:267.11kcal
13.36%
Fat:9.52g
14.65%
Saturated Fat:3.07g
19.16%
Carbohydrates:19.02g
6.34%
Net Carbohydrates:14.39g
5.23%
Sugar:9g
10%
Cholesterol:75.98mg
25.33%
Sodium:662.18mg
28.79%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:27.14g
54.28%
Vitamin C:128.09mg
155.26%
Vitamin B6:1.3mg
64.98%
Vitamin B1:0.88mg
58.94%
Selenium:38.64µg
55.2%
Vitamin B3:10.17mg
50.86%
Vitamin A:2269.85IU
45.4%
Phosphorus:325.62mg
32.56%
Potassium:857.21mg
24.49%
Vitamin B2:0.32mg
18.77%
Fiber:4.63g
18.5%
Manganese:0.36mg
17.75%
Zinc:2.27mg
15.11%
Magnesium:58.09mg
14.52%
Folate:55.22µg
13.8%
Vitamin B5:1.23mg
12.31%
Vitamin E:1.82mg
12.14%
Vitamin B12:0.6µg
10.02%
Iron:1.8mg
9.98%
Copper:0.18mg
8.9%
Vitamin K:9.11µg
8.68%
Calcium:57.13mg
5.71%
Vitamin D:0.45µg
3.02%
Source:My Recipes