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Chili Verde

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🌶️ Savor tender pork simmered in a tangy, roasted green chile sauce bursting with vibrant flavors.
🍴 This classic Chile Verde recipe makes a comforting and satisfying meal perfect for gatherings or family dinners.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x

Ingredients

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3 pounds pork loin or pork shoulder, trimmed of fat and cut into 1-inch pieces

2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil

1 large yellow onion, chopped

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/2 tablespoon cumin

1/2 tablespoon oregano

2 cups chicken broth

4 fresh poblano chiles, seeded and sliced in half

2 fresh jalapeño peppers, seeded and sliced in half

1.5 pounds fresh tomatillos, husks removed

1/2 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped

Instructions

1-Prepare and season the pork: Begin by seasoning the pork with salt and pepper, then heat oil in a large pot over high heat to sear it until browned on all sides. This step locks in the flavors and sets the base for a hearty meal.

2-Sauté the onion and garlic: Once the pork is set aside, add the chopped onion to the pot and sauté until it’s tender, which takes a few minutes. Then, toss in the minced garlic and cook for just 30 seconds before stirring in the cumin and oregano.

3-Simmer the pork in broth: Return the pork to the pot, pour in the chicken broth, cover, and let it simmer on medium-low for 2 to 4 hours until the meat is tender and full of taste.

4-Broil and blend the peppers, tomatillos, and cilantro for the sauce: While that’s cooking, prepare the sauce by broiling the poblano chiles, jalapeños, and tomatillos cut side down on a baking sheet until they’re browned. Let them steam in a plastic bag for 5 minutes to make peeling easier, then blend them with cilantro until smooth.

5-Combine the sauce with the pork and finish cooking: Add this sauce back to the pot and cook everything together for another 30 to 45 minutes.

6-Serve with sides for a complete meal: Finally, serve it up with warm flour tortillas, rice, and beans for a satisfying finish.

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Notes

🌶 Adjust jalapeño heat by including or removing seeds and veins.
🍳 Sear pork in a cast iron pan for better flavor retention.
🔥 Broiling peppers and tomatillos before blending adds a delicious roasted flavor.

  • Author: Brandi Oshea
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Simmering time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Searing, simmering, broiling
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 240
  • Sugar: 5 grams
  • Sodium: 301 milligrams
  • Fat: 12 grams
  • Saturated Fat: 5 grams
  • Carbohydrates: 11 grams
  • Fiber: 3 grams
  • Protein: 22 grams
  • Cholesterol: 69 milligrams