Ingredients for Beer Braised Pork And Black Bean Soup
- 12 ounces of beer (any dark beer works well)
- Chipotle Chile In Adobo
- 2 tablespoons of adobo sauce from canned chipotles in adobo
- Ground Cumin
- 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
- Dried Black Beans
- Boneless Pork Butt
- Kosher Salt
- Sour cream (to taste, for topping)
- Salsa (to taste, for topping)
- Fresh Cilantro
How to Make Beer Braised Pork And Black Bean Soup
- In a large bowl, combine 12 ounces of beer, 3 cups of water, 2-3 dried ancho chilies (stems removed and roughly chopped), 2 tablespoons of adobo sauce from canned chipotles in adobo, 1 tablespoon of ground cumin, 1 medium yellow onion (chopped), 2 (15-ounce) cans of black beans (rinsed and drained), 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder (cut into 1-inch cubes), and 1 1/2 teaspoons of salt.
- Transfer the mixture to a slow cooker. Set the slow cooker to high and cook, covered, for 4 hours, or until the beans are tender and the pork is easily shredded.
- Remove the pork from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Discard the ancho chilies.
- Stir the shredded pork back into the soup.
- Divide the soup among individual bowls and top with desired amount of sour cream, salsa, and chopped cilantro.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Chef's secret: layers of flavor make a dish truly memorable! Consider what a little extra something could bring – perhaps a touch of acidity like a good vinegar or citrus zest, a hint of smokiness from paprika, a bit of umami from mushrooms or soy sauce, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for texture. Experiment and taste as you go!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
9 g
Sugar
13g
Fat
44g
Carbs
18g