Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tablespoon instant tapioca
  • 2 teaspoons packed brown sugar
  • 2 lbs boneless country-style pork ribs, trimmed
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh cilantro
  • zest from 1/2 lime, plus 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
  • additional cilantro, green onions, sour cream, or any other desired toppings

Instruction

  • Spray the inside of a 3 1/2 to 7 quart slow cooker with cooking spray.
  • In a small bowl, combine the tomato paste, chili powder, vegetable oil and garlic. Microwave until fragrant, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Transfer the mixture to the bottom of the slow cooker. Pour the chicken broth, tapioca and brown sugar over the top.
  • Sprinkle the ribs with salt and pepper. Nestle the ribs into the slow cooker in a single layer, if possible. Cover and cook on low for 5 to 6 hours or high for 3 to 4 hours, until the pork is tender.
  • Use a large spoon or ladle to skim the surface of the chili and remove any excess fat. Use tongs to break up the ribs into 1-inch pieces. If needed, add hot chicken stock to adjust the consistency of the sauce. Stir in the cilantro, lime zest and lime juice.
  • Serve the chili topped with additional cilantro, sliced green onions, sour cream, or any other desired chili toppings.