Cumin Pork with Beans

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. Combine half of the red onion with the juice of 2 limes, the chopped chipotle, 1/2 teaspoon cumin and a pinch of salt in a bowl; set aside while you cook the pork.
2. 2
   Sprinkle the pork with the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin; season with salt.
3. 3
   Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. 4
   Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, then add the pork and brown on all sides, 8 minutes.
5. 5
   Remove to a rimmed baking sheet; roast until a thermometer inserted into the center registers 145 degrees F, 12 to 15 minutes.
6. 6
   Transfer to a cutting board.
7. 7
   Add the bell peppers and the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil to the skillet.
8. 8
   Cook over medium-high heat until slightly softened, 4 minutes.
9. 9
   Add 1/2 cup water and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
10. 10
    Cook until the water evaporates, 4 more minutes.
11. 11
    Remove from the heat; add the onion mixture.
12. 12
    Toss the beans with the remaining red onion, the juice of the remaining lime, 2 teaspoons adobo sauce, the honey, cilantro and a pinch of salt.
13. 13
    Slice the pork and serve with the beans and peppers.
14. 14
    Photograph by Justin Walker