Paleo Low Carb Pork Chile Verde Recipe

Name: Paleo Low Carb Pork Chile Verde
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 lbs pork loin roast cut into stew sized chunks; 1 box Imagine chicken broth; 2 pounds tomatillos, husked, rinsed, cut into 1/2 inch wedges; 1.5 cup cilantro with some stems; Coconut oil (or olive); 6 garlic cloves; 1 large yellow onion, diced; 1 tblsp cumin seeds; 3 charred diced jalapeno peppers (with seeds taken out); Oregano; 1 lime

Servings: persons

4 lbs pork loin roast cut into stew sized chunks
1 box Imagine chicken broth
2 pounds tomatillos, husked, rinsed, cut into 1/2 inch wedges
1.5 cup cilantro with some stems
Coconut oil (or olive)
6 garlic cloves
1 large yellow onion, diced
1 tblsp cumin seeds
3 charred diced jalapeno peppers (with seeds taken out)
Oregano
1 lime

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1. Puree 2 cups chicken broth, 1/4 of tomatillos, green onions, cilantro with stems, and garlic in blender. Set salsa verde aside.
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2. Pour Coconut oil into large pot over medium high heat.
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3. Cook pork until browned on all sides and most of liquid is gone from the pan. Put pork in a bowl.
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4. In the same pan, sautee the onions til tender and liquid mostly gone. Add cumin and cook a couple more minutes. Add tomatillos and jalapenos and cook until they start to brown.
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5. Add pork, rest of chicken broth, salsa verde, juice of 1 lime, and oregano to pot.
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6. Cover and cook for 2+ hours, until pork is falling apart and liquid is down to a manageable level. Shred pork with spatula/fork. Salt and pepper to taste.
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7. Serve over vegetables of your choice.

1518

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

147

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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: 4 lbs pork loin roast cut into stew sized chunks, 1 box Imagine chicken broth, 2 pounds tomatillos, husked, rinsed, cut into 1/2 inch wedges, 1.5 cup cilantro with some stems, and more.

Yes, Paleo Low Carb Pork Chile Verde 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!

Paleo Low Carb Pork Chile Verde

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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