Melissa's Green Chile Stew

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 (28-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chiles
• 2 cups chicken broth
• 1 (15-ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained and rinsed

Directions

1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2. Add the pork and cook until lightly browned, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook for 1 minute.
4. Add the tomatoes, green chiles, chicken broth and garbanzo beans. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 hour.
5. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• Green chile stew is a popular dish in the American Southwest.
• It is usually served with a side of fresh bread.
• This stew is a great way to use up leftover pork shoulder.