Navajo Green Chili Recipe

Name: Navajo Green Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds pork shoulder fat trimmed off; 2 cups tomatoes stewed; 3 tablespoons bacon drippings; 6oz. can tomato paste; ⅓ cup flour, all-purpose; 3 cups water; 3 each onions chopped; 2 1/2 teaspoons salt; 6 cloves garlic cloves minced; 31 ounces green chili peppers, canned

Servings: persons

1
Melt bacon grease in a skillet over med-high heat.
2
Put flour into a paper bag and shake the meat with the flour to coat meat.
3
Add the meat to the bacon grease a little at a time and brown well and evenly.
4
Remove the meat to a 5 quart Dutch oven.
5
Add the onions and garlic to the skillet and saute until transluscent.
6
Add these to the pork in the pot.
7
Stir in the remaining ingredients, bring pot to a boil, and keep stirring every 2 to 3 minutes.
8
When boiling lower heat to low and simmer for 45 minutes.
9
Taste, adjust seasonings as per personal taste, and cook for 30 minutes more.

1055

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

102

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 pounds pork shoulder fat trimmed off, 2 cups tomatoes stewed, 3 tablespoons bacon drippings, 6oz. can tomato paste, and more.

Yes, Navajo Green 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Navajo Green Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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