SMOKY SLOW COOKER CHILI

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From Cooking Light January 2009. Country-style ribs are cut from the shoulder and are perfect for this. I have not made this yet, but it seems like a winner. Prep time is estimated.

Provided by duonyte

Categories     Pork

Time 8h35m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 23

1 lb ground pork
1 lb boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
3 cups chopped onions
1 3/4 cups chopped green bell peppers
3 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup beer, lager-style
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
6 tomatillos, quartered
2 bay leaves
2 (12 1/2 ounce) cans plum tomatoes, undrained and chopped
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, no-salt, drained
1 (7 3/4 ounce) can mexican hot tomato sauce
1 smoked ham hock, about 8 oz
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro
1/2 cup finely chopped green onion
1/2 cup crumbled queso fresco, about 2 oz
8 lime wedges

Steps:

  • Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and coat with cooking spray.
  • Add ground pork and cook for 5 minutes or until browned, stirring to crumble. Drain well and transfer to slow cooker.
  • Recoat skillet with cooking spray. Add pork shoulder and cook 5 minutes or until lightly browned. Transfer pork to slow cooker.
  • Recoat skillet with cooking spray. Add onion and bell pepper, and saute 8 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Add garlic, saute 1 minute, then add tomato paste and cook 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  • Stir in beer, cook a minute or two, then pour all over the meat in the slow cooker.
  • Add 1/4 tsp salt, chili powder, cumin, oregano, black pepper, tomatillos, bay leaves, tomatoes, pinto beans, tomato sauce and ham hock to the slow cooker.
  • Cover and cook on HIGH for 5 hours until meat is tender or on LOW for 8 hours.
  • Remove and discard ham hock and bay leaves.
  • Add 1/4 tsp salt and the sugar, stir well.
  • Top each serving with 1 tbl each of cilantro, green onions and queso fresco. Serve with a lime wedge.
  • This can also be done on the stove, using 12 ozs beer and simmering, covered, for 2 1/2 to3 hours or until the pork is tender.

Munirmunna Munirmunna
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I've made this chili several times and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and it's always delicious. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it do its thing.


Shihab Shijon
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This chili is delicious! The chipotle peppers give it a nice smoky flavor and the cocoa powder adds a touch of sweetness. I will definitely be making this again.


Fer Anchus
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This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried. It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. I highly recommend it!


Mhakamuni Maswanganyi
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I love this chili! It's so flavorful and hearty. I always make a big batch and freeze the leftovers for easy meals later on.


Zziwa Mathias
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This chili is amazing! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The chipotle peppers give it a perfect amount of heat and the cocoa powder adds a rich, complex flavor.


Raja Farhan
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This chili is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it do its thing.


Anuj Rana
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I made this chili for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! The smokiness from the chipotle peppers was a nice touch.


Leonardo L
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This chili is delicious! It's hearty and flavorful, and the smokiness from the chipotle peppers is perfect. I served it with sour cream, shredded cheese, and avocado, and it was a hit with my family.


Erika Meyer
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This is the best chili I've ever had! The chipotle peppers give it a perfect amount of heat and the cocoa powder adds a rich, complex flavor. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Farazaleeyofficial
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This chili is amazing! It's so flavorful and has just the right amount of smokiness. I love that I can just throw all the ingredients in the slow cooker and let it do its thing. It's perfect for a busy weeknight meal.


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