Pork Meat With Verdolagas Recipe

Name: Pork Meat With Verdolagas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lbs pork stew meat, bone-out cubed; 3 lbs pork stew meat, bone-in cubed; 1 onion, quartered; 2 -3 jalapenos, chopped; 4 -6 tomatillos, quartered; 1/4 cup cilantro; 3 bunches verdolagas - 3 bunches watercress; salt (to taste); ground cumin (to taste); garlic powder (to taste); seasoning salt (to taste); ground black pepper (to taste); 2 (12 ounce) cans la sierra refried beans (if not using homemade); 1 onion, finely chopped (for the beans); 2 (12 count) packages flour tortillas (the fresher the better)

Servings: persons

3 lbs pork stew meat, bone-out cubed
3 lbs pork stew meat, bone-in cubed
1 onion, quartered
2 -3 jalapenos, chopped
4 -6 tomatillos, quartered
1/4 cup cilantro
3 bunches verdolagas - 3 bunches watercress
salt (to taste)
ground cumin (to taste)
garlic powder (to taste)
seasoning salt (to taste)
ground black pepper (to taste)
2 (12 ounce) cans la sierra refried beans (if not using homemade)
1 onion, finely chopped (for the beans)
2 (12 count) packages flour tortillas (the fresher the better)

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1) In a stock pot add water almost mid-way. When the water has come to a rolling boil add all the pork meat, ground cumino, seasoning salt, and black pepper to taste.
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2) When the pork meat has turned color lower to medium heat and let simmer.
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3) In a sauce pan fill the pot half way add the quartered onion, jalapenos, tomatillos, cilantro, and boil until the skin falls off of the tomatillos. When ready place them in the blender and liquify.
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4) Add the sauce to the pot, make any adjustments to the seasonings at this time. Let simmer for 15 minutes and then add the verdolagas (after rinsing them) and let simmer for another 30 minutes or until meat is tender and verdolagas are soft.
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5) Prepare the refried beans and flour tortillas. Serve hot. Enjoy!

1916

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

194

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lbs pork stew meat, bone-out cubed, 3 lbs pork stew meat, bone-in cubed, 1 onion, quartered, 2 -3 jalapenos, chopped, and more.

Yes, Pork Meat With Verdolagas 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!

Pork Meat With Verdolagas

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Variations & substitutions

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