Slow Cooker Chile Verde

Ingredients

• 2 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 2-inch cubes
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies
• 1 pound fresh tomatillos, husks removed and chopped

Directions

1. In a slow cooker, combine pork, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, salt, pepper, tomatoes, green chilies and tomatillos. Stir to combine.
2. Cover and cook on low for 8-10 hours, or until pork is tender.
3. Serve with warm tortillas or over rice.

Interesting Facts

• Chile Verde is a traditional Mexican dish that is typically made with pork, tomatillos, and green chiles.
• Tomatillos are a type of tomato-like fruit that have a tart, slightly sweet flavor.
• Green chiles can be mild or spicy, depending on the type used.