Braised Pork with Pears and Chiles

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
25%
Braised Pork with Pears and Chiles
45 min.
8
403kcal

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Indulge in the rich and comforting flavors of our Braised Pork with Pears and Chiles, a dish that beautifully marries savory and sweet elements for a truly unforgettable meal. Perfect for gatherings or a cozy family dinner, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe serves up to eight people, making it an ideal choice for entertaining. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can easily impress your guests without spending all day in the kitchen.

The star of this dish is the succulent pork butt or shoulder, which becomes incredibly tender as it braises in a fragrant mixture of chicken broth, dry white wine, and aromatic garlic. The addition of mild dried chiles adds a subtle heat that perfectly complements the sweetness of the Bosc or Anjou pears, creating a delightful balance of flavors. As the pork cooks, the pears soften and absorb the savory juices, resulting in a dish that is both hearty and elegant.

Whether you're serving it for lunch, dinner, or a special occasion, this Braised Pork with Pears and Chiles is sure to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy a meal that not only satisfies the palate but also warms the heart. Dive into this delicious experience and let the flavors transport you to a place of comfort and joy!

Ingredients

  •  anjou pear 
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.5 cup chicken broth 
  • large chilies dried such as new mexico
  •  chili peppers dried
  • 0.5 cup wine dry white
  •  garlic clove peeled
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • 3.5 lbs pork butt 
  • teaspoons salt 
  • tablespoons vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven
  • pot

Directions

  1. Rub salt and pepper all over pork. Cover and chill overnight.
  2. Preheat oven to 35
  3. Heat a large ovenproof pot over high heat and pour in oil. When hot, add pork. Brown pork on all sides until well browned (about 4 minutes per side), adjusting the heat to keep the pork sizzling but not burning.
  4. Transfer pork to a plate or platter.
  5. Reduce heat to medium and add wine and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits.
  6. Add broth, garlic, and chiles. Return pork to pot and bring liquid to a boil. Cover pork and bake in oven until tender when pierced with a fork, about 2 hours.
  7. Quarter, core, and peel pears.
  8. Add pears to pot, cover, and bake until pears are cooked through, about 30 minutes.
  9. Serve hot, with pan juices.

Nutrition Facts

Calories403kcal
Protein38.87%
Fat38.41%
Carbs22.72%

Properties

Glycemic Index
14.22
Glycemic Load
6.29
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
26.171304547268%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
2.75mg
Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.48mg
Epigallocatechin
0.79mg
Epicatechin
5.1mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.23mg
Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.6mg
Naringenin
0.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.4mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
1.19mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:402.53kcal
20.13%
Fat:16.69g
25.67%
Saturated Fat:4.78g
29.88%
Carbohydrates:22.21g
7.4%
Net Carbohydrates:17.91g
6.51%
Sugar:13.43g
14.92%
Cholesterol:119.36mg
39.79%
Sodium:767.68mg
33.38%
Alcohol:1.54g
100%
Alcohol %:0.52%
100%
Protein:37.99g
75.98%
Selenium:56.61µg
80.88%
Vitamin B1:1.13mg
75.62%
Vitamin B6:1.12mg
56.05%
Vitamin B2:0.81mg
47.88%
Zinc:6.87mg
45.81%
Vitamin B3:9.01mg
45.06%
Phosphorus:425.56mg
42.56%
Vitamin B5:3.21mg
32.09%
Vitamin B12:1.81µg
30.15%
Potassium:862.07mg
24.63%
Fiber:4.3g
17.19%
Copper:0.33mg
16.34%
Iron:2.76mg
15.31%
Vitamin K:15.77µg
15.02%
Magnesium:56.02mg
14%
Vitamin C:8.19mg
9.92%
Manganese:0.18mg
9.19%
Vitamin D:1.19µg
7.94%
Vitamin E:1.07mg
7.16%
Calcium:48.39mg
4.84%
Folate:10.45µg
2.61%
Vitamin A:84.51IU
1.69%
Source:My Recipes