Puerto Rican Stewed Pork
Puerto Rican Stewed Pork, or 'Puerto de Cerdo Guisado', is a hearty, savory dish from Puerto Rico featuring pork shoulder slow-cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce. It is traditionally prepared with a sofrito base of peppers, onions, garlic, and cilantro, along with olives and capers for a distinctive tangy flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with a moderate amount of carbohydrates from the sauce and vegetables. A typical serving provides a good source of B vitamins, iron, and zinc, with a calorie range of approximately 400-500 kcal.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
| Fat | 28 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 680 mg |
| Potassium | 620 mg |
| Phosphorus | 310 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Zinc | 5 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Selenium | 35 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it's a staple of Puerto Rican 'comida criolla' (creole cooking), showcasing the island's Spanish, African, and Taíno culinary influences. The slow braising technique tenderizes the pork and allows the complex flavors of the sofrito to deeply penetrate the meat.
