Carne Adobada I

Description
Contributed by Healthy Recipes for Diabetic Friends Y-Group
 * Original recipe
 * Yields 6 servings (3 ounces each)

Ingredients

 * 5 roasted chile pods
 * 1½ cups water
 * 2 cloves garlic, minced
 * ½ teaspoon oregano
 * ½ teaspoon salt
 * 1½ pounds lean pork steaks

Directions

 * 1) Toast the chiles in an oven at 200°F for 5 to 10 minutes. Stir frequently so they do not burn. Remove the seeds and stems.
 * 2) Put the chiles and water into a medium pan. Simmer for 15 minutes.
 * 3) Put the chiles with some of the cooking water into a blender. Puree and then strain. Discard the peels and seeds.
 * 4) Add the remaining cooking water to strained chile along with garlic, oregano and salt.
 * 5) Place pork steaks either whole or cut into chunks in glass baking dish. Top with the chile. Cover and refrigerate for 8-24 hours.
 * 6) Roast in 350°F oven for 40-60 minutes or pan fry in nonstick skillet on top of the stove. (check if done by using a digital instant read thermometer. Temperature should be at least 160°F).

Nutritional information
Per Recipe:
 * Calories 180 | Calories from Fat 80 | Total Fat 9 g | Cholesterol 65 mg | Sodium 170 mg | Carbohydrate 3 g | Dietary Fiber 0 g | Protein 20 g
 * Exchanges: 3 lean meat | 1 vegetable
 * Carbohydrate Units: 0