Green Pork Chili Recipe

Name: Green Pork Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 red onions, chopped; 1 pound tomatillos, husked, rinsed, and halved; 3 jalapenos, stemmed, seeded and halved; 2 garlic cloves; 4 tablespoons canola oil; 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes; 5 cups chicken stock; 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves; Salt; Pepper; 10 flour tortillas, warmed

Servings: persons

1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
2
In a large bowl, toss the onions, tomatillos, jalapenos, and garlic with 1 tablespoon of the olive oil and spread on a baking sheet.
3
Roast until soft and starting to brown, about 20 to 30 minutes, stirring twice during roasting.
4
Meanwhile, in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the oil and heat.
5
Brown the pork, in batches, until well-browned.
6
When browned, add all of the pork back to the pan and cover with chicken stock.
7
Add the roasted vegetables, cover the pan and place in the oven.
8
Cook until the pork is very tender, about 1 1/2 hours.
9
While pork is cooking, place the cilantro in a food processor.
10
Add 2 tablespoons of water and puree.
11
Remove the pork from the oven and stir in the cilantro puree.
12
Season, to taste, with salt and pepper.
13
Serve with warm flour tortillas.

2195

kcal

Calories

Fat

213

Carbs

184

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 red onions, chopped, 1 pound tomatillos, husked, rinsed, and halved, 3 jalapenos, stemmed, seeded and halved, 2 garlic cloves, and more.

Yes, Green Pork Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Green Pork Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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