Delicious Slow Cooker Guisado Verde Recipe

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Delicious Slow Cooker Guisado Verde Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
204 mins
Total Time:
224mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 06, 2024

This Slow Cooker Guisado Verde recipe is a delicious and flavorful Mexican dish made with tender chunks of pork simmered in a green tomatillo sauce. The slow cooking process allows the flavors to meld together perfectly, resulting in a rich and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into chunks
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb tomatillos, husked and quartered
  • 2 poblano peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Tortillas, rice, and toppings for serving

Directions

  1. In a slow cooker, combine the pork, onion, garlic, tomatillos, poblano peppers, jalapeno pepper, chicken broth, cilantro, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  2. Cover and cook on high for 4 hours or low for 8 hours, or until the pork is tender.
  3. Serve the guisado verde over rice or with warm tortillas, and top with your favorite toppings such as avocado, sour cream, and lime wedges.

Interesting Facts

  • The green tomatillo sauce in this dish adds a tangy and slightly tart flavor to the pork.
  • Poblano peppers are mild in heat and add a rich, smoky flavor to the guisado verde.
  • Slow cooking allows the pork to become incredibly tender and flavorful, making this dish a family favorite.