Spice up your dinner with this delicious Green Chili Stew with tender pork chunks

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Spice up your dinner with this delicious Green Chili Stew with tender pork chunks
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on March 27, 2024

This Green Chili Stew with Pork is a classic Southwestern dish that is full of flavor and spice. Tender pork chunks simmered in a savory green chili sauce with potatoes, corn, and tomatoes create a comforting and satisfying meal. Perfect for cozy nights in or for feeding a crowd at a potluck.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 cups chopped green chilies
  • 2 cups diced potatoes
  • 1 cup corn kernels
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped cilantro and lime wedges for garnish

Directions

  1. Heat the vegetable oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the pork cubes and brown on all sides. Remove the pork from the pot and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add the diced onion and garlic and sauté until fragrant. Add the green chilies, chicken broth, potatoes, corn, diced tomatoes, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 45 minutes, or until the pork is tender and the flavors have melded together.
  4. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and a squeeze of fresh lime juice. Enjoy with warm tortillas or crusty bread.

Interesting Facts

  • Green chilies are a staple in Southwestern cuisine and add a unique flavor and spice to dishes.
  • Pork shoulder is a tough cut of meat that becomes tender and flavorful when simmered in stews like this one.