Shredded Pork

Name: Shredded Pork
Ingredients: 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch chunks; 1 large white onion, peeled and quartered; 5 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed; 2 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 ancho or other large mild dried chile, optional; Salt and black pepper to taste

7 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 large white onion, peeled and quartered
5 garlic cloves, peeled and lightly crushed
2 bay leaves
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 ancho or other large mild dried chile, optional
Salt and black pepper to taste

Directions

1

Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan with a lid and add water to cover.
2

Turn the heat to high, bring to a boil, and skim any foam that comes to the surface.
3

Partially cover and adjust the heat so the mixture simmers steadily.
4

Cook until the meat is quite tender, about an hour, then cool.
5

Shred the meat with your fingers.
6

Taste and adjust the seasoning; use within a couple of days.