A rustic ceramic skillet filled with Mexican-style ground pork cooked with roasted chili peppers and red bell pepper, topped with melted cheese and fresh cilantro. The dish showcases vibrant colors—bright reds, greens, and golden tones. It’s set in a warm, Mexican-inspired kitchen with colorful tiles, pottery, and natural sunlight. Fresh ingredients like garlic, tomatoes, and shallots surround the skillet, enhancing the authentic, inviting scene.

Mexican-Style Ground Pork with Peppers

Spice up your dinner with this flavorful Mexican-style ground pork and peppers dish!
Portions:4
Cooking Time:40 minutes
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 2 chili peppers
  • 1 red bell pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 large-sized shallot chopped
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 2 ripe tomatoes pureed
  • 1 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • ½ teaspoon mustard seeds
  • ½ teaspoon celery seeds
  • 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons fresh coriander chopped
  • Salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon granules
  • 2 tablespoons sherry wine
  • 1 cup Mexican cheese blend

Instructions

  • Preheat the Airfryer to 395°F.
  • Roast the chili and red bell peppers for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  • Let the peppers steam for 10 minutes, then peel the skin, discard the stems and seeds, and slice the peppers in halves.
  • Heat olive oil in a baking pan at 380°F for 2 minutes.
  • Add the chopped shallots and cook for 4 minutes.
  • Add the ground pork and garlic, cooking for an additional 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the pureed tomatoes, marjoram, mustard seeds, celery seeds, oregano, fish sauce, chopped coriander, salt, and pepper.
  • Layer the sliced peppers over the mixture.
  • In a bowl, mix the water, chicken bouillon granules, and sherry wine.
  • Pour this mixture into the baking pan.
  • Cook in the air fryer at 395°F for 10 minutes.
  • Top with the Mexican cheese blend and bake for an additional 5 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:
Pair with a chilled Mexican lager or a light, fruity red like Tempranillo.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 505 kcal | Carbohydrates: 9.9 g | Protein: 28 g | Fat: 39.4 g | Sugar: 5.1 g
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Course Airfryer / Main Dish / Pork
Cuisine Mexican
Diets Flexitarian