Aji De Carne Bolivian Pork And Bananas Recipe

Experience the explosive flavors of Bolivia with this Aji de Carne! A sweet and spicy pork stew, originally featured in Eat Low Fat Digest in the early 90s, this recipe delivers a mouthwatering blend of sweet bananas and fiery chiles. Perfect for a dinner party, serve this medium-heat, sweet-heat masterpiece with a refreshing salad, slaw, chilled fruit, and a side of creamy corn pudding. Inspired by Chile Pepper magazine's "Hot and Spicy Latin Dishes" collection (April 1995).

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 578.5 kcal
Protein 52g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Aji De Carne Bolivian Pork And Bananas

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Ingredients for Aji De Carne Bolivian Pork And Bananas

  • Light Olive Oil
  • Sweet Onion
  • Green Onions
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • Boneless Pork Top Loin
  • Chopped Tomatoes
  • Saffron
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper
  • Chili Powder
  • Habanero Pepper
  • Ground Cloves
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Low Fat Chicken Broth
  • Annatto Seeds
  • Russet Potatoes
  • Green Bananas
  • Seltzer Water
  • Nonfat Dry Milk Powder
  • Coconut Extract
  • Molasses
  • Reduced Fat Creamy Peanut Butter
  • Tortillas
  • Mixed Salad Greens

How to Make Aji De Carne Bolivian Pork And Bananas

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the pork over medium-high heat. Remove pork and set aside.
  2. Add the onion, bell pepper, and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5-7 minutes.
  3. Stir in the cumin, oregano, aji panca paste, and ground chili powder. Cook for 1 minute more, stirring constantly.
  4. Return the pork to the pot. Add the diced bananas, tomatoes, broth, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60 minutes, or until the pork is tender.
  6. Stir in the cilantro before serving.
  7. Serve hot with your favorite sides, such as a fresh salad, coleslaw, chilled fruit, and corn pudding.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

81g

Fat

14g

Carbs

32g