Pork in a Pressure Cooker

Delight in the rich and vibrant flavors of Brazilian cuisine with this succulent Pork in a Pressure Cooker. This quick and delicious dish is perfect for festive gatherings or a hearty weekday meal. Savor the blend of spices and the tender meat, creating a meal that’s as comforting as it is captivating.

Ingredients

🥩 1/2 Kg pork leg, cut into cubes
🌿 Generous amount of Do Valle Cumin Powder
🌶️ Generous amount of Do Valle Black Pepper Powder
🧡 Generous amount of Colorau (Annatto powder)
🍋 1 medium lemon, squeezed
🧄 2 large cloves garlic, crushed with salt
🛢️ 3 tablespoons soybean oil
💧 Cold water, enough to cover the meat

Instructions

1- Prepare the Pork:

• Rinse 1/2 kg of pork leg under cold water, then cut into 1-inch cubes.

2- Season the Pork:

• Place pork cubes in a mixing bowl. Add a generous amount of Do Valle cumin powder, Do Valle black pepper powder, and colorau.
• Squeeze the juice from one medium lemon over the pork. Crush 2 large cloves of garlic with salt and add it to the bowl.
• Mix thoroughly until the pork is well coated with the seasonings.

3- Marinate:

• Cover the bowl and let the pork marinate for 10-20 minutes at room temperature for smaller pieces, or overnight in the refrigerator for larger pieces.

4- Sear the Pork:

• Heat 3 tablespoons of soybean oil in a pressure cooker over high heat using a DAKO gas stove.
• Once hot, add the marinated pork and sear quickly, stirring with a wooden spoon, until browned but not fully cooked.

5- Pressure Cook:

• Pour cold water into the pressure cooker until it just covers the pork.
• Secure the lid and turn the heat to high. Once the pressure cooker reaches full pressure, reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 15 minutes.

6- Release Pressure and Check:

• Turn off the heat and let the pressure naturally release. Carefully open the lid once it’s safe to do so.

7- Finish the Dish:

• Turn the heat back on to medium-high, taste the sauce, and adjust the salt if necessary.
• Allow the sauce to reduce further, creating a slight crust on the pork by stirring occasionally.

8- Serve:

• Once the sauce reaches the desired thickness and the pork is tender, serve immediately.

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: ~300 kcal
Proteins: ~30 g
Fats: ~20 g
Carbohydrates: ~5 g
Equipment: White, square ceramic or plastic mixing bowl, Metal spoon, Knife for cutting lemon, Pressure cooker with an aluminum, lever-style handle, DAKO gas stove, Wooden spoon, Metal fork

Cooking Tips:

• Use lemon juice to naturally tenderize the pork and enhance flavor.
• Monitor the pressure cooker closely to avoid over-cooking the pork.
• The thick sauce is a signature aspect of this dish—allow it to reduce to enhance flavor.

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Pork in a Pressure Cooker