Pork Shanks (Chamorra) in Mole- Super Easy Slow Cooker

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Easy Pork Shanks (Chamorra) in Mole slow cooker recipe

Pork Shanks (Chamorra) in Mole- Super Easy Slow Cooker

by The Chefin Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

6-8 hours

Ready In

6-8 hours 10 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 meaty pork shanks , about 3-4 inches thick
	1 jar of prepared mole ( Donia Maria works great )
	3 cups chicken broth or 3 cups soup , base
	3 tablespoons Splenda sugar substitute or 3 tablespoons sugar
	3 bay leaves

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

4-6

Calories

435

Sugar

15g

Fat

27g

Pork shanks in mole (or chamorra en mole) is a traditional Mexican dish that is typically served during special occasions like weddings and holidays. The slow cooker version of this dish makes it easy to enjoy for dinner any night of the week. Mole sauce is a rich and complex sauce that is made with a variety of ingredients including chili peppers, spices, and chocolate. It can be found in jars at most grocery stores or made from scratch if you have the time. Pork shanks, also known as ham hocks, are a flavorful cut of meat that can be found at most butcher shops or specialty meat markets.

Instructions

1.	In a slow cooker, add prepared mole and chicken broth (or soup base) and stir to combine.
2.	Add in pork shanks and bay leaves, making sure they are fully submerged in the mole mixture.
3.	Cook on low for 6-8 hours, until pork is tender and falling off the bone.
4.	Remove pork shanks from the slow cooker and let cool slightly before shredding the meat.
5.	Return the shredded meat to the mole sauce and stir to combine.
6.	Serve with your choice of sides, such as rice and beans or tortillas.

PROS

This pork shanks in mole recipe is simple to make and requires minimal prep work.

The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, making it perfect for busy weeknights.

The flavors of the prepared mole and the pork shanks combine to create a rich and savory dish that is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

CONS

The pork shanks used in this recipe can be difficult to find in some areas.

This dish can be high in sodium, especially if using store-bought mole sauce.

It can take some time for the pork shanks to cook in the slow cooker, so plan accordingly.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Pork shanks are a good source of protein, iron, and zinc.
Mole sauce contains antioxidant-rich ingredients like chili peppers, chocolate, and spices, which may have anti-inflammatory properties.
This dish can be made healthier by using low-sodium ingredients and lean cuts of meat.