Best 7 South American Peanut Pork Recipes

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South American peanut pork is a delicious and flavorful dish that is sure to please everyone at your table. This dish is made with pork shoulder, which is cooked until it is fall-apart tender and then smothered in a rich and creamy sauce made with peanuts, tomatoes, and spices. Peanut pork is a popular dish in many South American countries, and there are many different variations on the recipe. Whether you prefer a mild or spicy version, you'll find a recipe to suit your taste. So grab a bowl and get ready to enjoy this tantalizing dish!

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THAI-STYLE PEANUT PORK



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My husband and I both work long hours. This slow cooker recipe is large enough that the two of us can eat as much yummy pork as we like and still have leftovers! It's important to use low sodium or no-salt products in the recipe or the dish will be too salty.-Dawn Schmidt, Durham, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 8h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 medium sweet red peppers, julienned
1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (3 pounds)
1/3 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
4 cups hot cooked rice
1/2 cup chopped unsalted peanuts
4 green onions, sliced

Steps:

  • Place peppers in a 3-qt. slow cooker. Cut roast in half; place on top of peppers. Combine the teriyaki sauce, vinegar and garlic; pour over roast. Sprinkle with pepper flakes. Cover and cook on low for 8-9 hours or until meat is tender., Remove meat from slow cooker. When cool enough to handle, shred meat with two forks. Reserve 2 cups cooking juices; skim fat. Stir peanut butter into reserved juices., Return pork and cooking juices to slow cooker; heat through. Serve with rice; sprinkle with peanuts and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 405 calories, Fat 19g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

SOUTH AMERICAN PEANUT PORK



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Make and share this South American Peanut Pork recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Sheila01

Categories     Pork

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup peanut butter
2 tablespoons virgin olive oil
4 teaspoons minced garlic
1 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup red bell pepper
1/2 cup carrot
1 lb pork tenderloin
1/2 tablespoon paprika
1/2 tablespoon sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 quart chicken stock
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Heat Olive Oil over medium heat.
  • Add garlic onion, bell pepper and carrots (saute 2 minutes).
  • Add pork, paprika, sugar, cumin& cayenne pepper (salt& pepper to taste).
  • Brown pork on all sides.
  • Add chicken stock, scaping the bottom of pan to deglaze it.
  • Add peanut butter and bring to boil (stirring constantly).
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 25 minutes.
  • serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 703.8, Fat 46.5, SaturatedFat 9.9, Cholesterol 81, Sodium 713.2, Carbohydrate 30.6, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 14.7, Protein 46.8

CHRISTINA'S PEANUT BRITTLE PORK SATAY WITH PEANUT SAUCE



Christina's Peanut Brittle Pork Satay with Peanut Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 2h33m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1/2 cup unsweetened coconut milk
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 teaspoon dried cilantro
1 1/2 pounds boneless pork chops
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons lime juice
2 teaspoons rice vinegar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon curry powder
3 peanut crunch candy bars, finely crushed (recommended: Planters Peanut bar)

Steps:

  • Satay: Whisk together the coconut milk, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, curry powder and cilantro and pour into a shallow, nonreactive dish. Pound the pork chops until very thin and even and cut into 1 1/2-inch thick strips. Place in the dish and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours and up to 24 hours.
  • Sauce: Stir all ingredients except peanut candy bars until smooth. Place in a serving bowl. Put the crushed peanut candy bar for the satay in a serving bowl.
  • Remove the pork from the marinade and pat dry. Thread onto the skewers. Light a grill or heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the skewers until just cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
  • To serve, set out the bowls of peanut candy bar and sauce. Have guests dip the skewers first into the sauce, then in the peanut candy bar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 811 calorie, Fat 54 grams, SaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 39 grams, Fiber 7 grams

PORK WITH PEANUTS



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Restaurant eating is a treat for us. So when we enjoy a meal out, I try to re-create it at home. My family enjoys my version of this Chinese dish even more than the original.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound boneless pork loin chops (1/4 inch thick)
4 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 can (14 ounces) bean sprouts, drained
1/2 cup thinly sliced celery
1/2 cup thinly sliced carrots
1/2 cup thinly sliced green or sweet red pepper
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 cup chicken broth
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup dry roasted peanuts
Hot cooked rice or thin spaghetti

Steps:

  • Cut pork into 1/2-in. strips. In a skillet over medium-high heat, stir-fry pork, onions and garlic in oil for 2-3 minutes or until pork is no longer pink. Add bean sprouts, celery, carrots and green pepper; stir-fry for 2-3 minutes. , Combine cornstarch, broth and soy sauce until smooth; add to skillet. Stir in red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes. Stir in peanuts. Serve over rice or spaghetti.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 311 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 86mg cholesterol, Sodium 667mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

SOUTH AMERICAN PEANUT PORK



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Cubes of pork tenderloin are simmered in a peanut-y broth with veggies and fragrant spices, then served over hot rice with chopped peanuts and sliced green onions.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons Crisco® Pure Canola Oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 cup shredded carrots
1 ½ pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
½ tablespoon paprika
½ tablespoon sugar
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 pinch Salt and pepper
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup JIF® Extra Crunchy Peanut Butter
2 cups Hot cooked rice
½ cup dry roasted peanuts, chopped
1 tablespoon Thinly sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, bell pepper and carrots. Saute about 2 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add the pork, paprika, sugar, cumin and cayenne pepper. Add salt and pepper to taste. Brown pork on all sides.
  • Pour in chicken stock, scraping the bottom and sides of pan to deglaze it. Add peanut butter; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 15-20 minutes until the pork is tender.
  • Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired. Serve over rice, topped with sliced green onions and chopped peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 850.7 calories, Carbohydrate 52.8 g, Cholesterol 73.5 mg, Fat 52.5 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 50.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 574.9 mg, Sugar 13.2 g

SOUTH AMERICAN PEANUT PORK



South American Peanut Pork image

Cubes of pork tenderloin are simmered in a peanut-y broth with veggies and fragrant spices, then served over hot rice with chopped peanuts and sliced green onions.

Provided by Allrecipes Member

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tablespoons Crisco® Pure Canola Oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 ½ cups chopped onion
1 cup chopped red bell pepper
1 cup shredded carrots
1 ½ pounds pork tenderloin, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
½ tablespoon paprika
½ tablespoon sugar
½ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste
1 pinch Salt and pepper
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup JIF® Extra Crunchy Peanut Butter
2 cups Hot cooked rice
½ cup dry roasted peanuts, chopped
1 tablespoon Thinly sliced green onions

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic, onion, bell pepper and carrots. Saute about 2 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add the pork, paprika, sugar, cumin and cayenne pepper. Add salt and pepper to taste. Brown pork on all sides.
  • Pour in chicken stock, scraping the bottom and sides of pan to deglaze it. Add peanut butter; bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, about 15-20 minutes until the pork is tender.
  • Season with additional salt and pepper, if desired. Serve over rice, topped with sliced green onions and chopped peanuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 850.7 calories, Carbohydrate 52.8 g, Cholesterol 73.5 mg, Fat 52.5 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 50.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.2 g, Sodium 574.9 mg, Sugar 13.2 g

AFRICAN PORK AND PEANUT STEW



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Serve with the chopped cilantro and peanuts on top. If desired, pass additional red pepper flakes on the side

Provided by Gaelige Coinnaigh

Categories     Stew

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons peanut oil, divided
2 lbs boneless pork butt, cut into 1 in cubes
1 onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2-1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups chicken broth
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1/2 cup chunky peanut butter
2 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
1/2 cup unsalted peanuts, shelled

Steps:

  • In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoons of the oil on high heat. When hot, add the pork cubes and cook until soft. Stir in the garlic, curry powder, coriander, cumin, and crushed red pepper. Cook 1 minute. Add ginger, cinnamon, bay leaf, salt, chicken broth, and tomato paste.
  • Bring liquid to a boil, cover and simmer on low for 45 minutes. Add peanut butter and blend well. Cook stew another 3 minutes, uncovered to blend.
  • Stir in chopped tomato and bell pepper. Simmer 2-3 minutes, just until the vegetables soften but still retain shape.
  • Before serving, taste to correct seasonings; You may wish to add a final splash of lemon juice to refresh the flavors.

Tips:

  • To ensure your pork is tender and juicy, choose a cut with good marbling, such as pork shoulder or pork loin.
  • Use a sharp knife to cut the pork into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when searing the pork. If necessary, cook the pork in batches.
  • To make the peanut sauce, use a food processor or blender to achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
  • Adjust the amount of chili peppers in the peanut sauce to your desired level of spiciness.
  • Serve the pork with rice, vegetables, or your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

This South American Peanut Pork recipe is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The pork is tender and juicy, and the peanut sauce is rich and creamy. With its bold flavors and easy preparation, this recipe is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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