Pan-Seared Pork Chunks with Quinoa and Aymara-Spiced Potatoes

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-26 · Updated 2026-06-26

Tender pork seared to a golden crust served alongside fluffy quinoa and potatoes seasoned with traditional Aymara spices. This Latin American-inspired pork recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch chunks, quinoa, rinsed, water for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 pound pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch chunks
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano
• 3 tbsp vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 4 fresh lime wedges for serving

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse 1 cup quinoa under cold water until water runs clear. In a medium saucepan, combine the quinoa and 2 cups water, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 15 minutes until water is absorbed and quinoa is fluffy.
2. Step 2: While quinoa cooks, toss 2 medium peeled and diced potatoes with 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp dried oregano, and 1 tsp salt.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned potatoes and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender and lightly crispy on edges.
4. Step 4: In a separate skillet, heat 1 tbsp vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Season 1 pound pork shoulder chunks with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper, then add to skillet.
5. Step 5: Sear pork chunks for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until browned on all sides and cooked through.
6. Step 6: Serve the pork alongside the cumin-spiced potatoes and fluffy quinoa with fresh lime wedges for squeezing over the top.