Chile Verde
Chile Verde, a beloved Mexican dish, features tender pork simmered in a spicy green sauce made from roasted green chiles, cilantro, and aromatic spices. This flavorful stew is perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings. Serve it with warm tortillas or over rice to create a meal that’s not just nourishing but also a celebration of rich flavors and shared moments.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 90 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, diced into 1-inch chunks
- 4–6 fresh green chiles (or canned), diced
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 2 limes
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté the onions until translucent; add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Increase heat to medium-high and add pork chunks. Brown on all sides to enhance flavor.
- Stir in diced green chiles, cumin, and oregano, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth to cover the meat completely. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for about 1.5 hours until pork is tender.
- Finish by stirring in chopped cilantro and freshly squeezed lime juice before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg