Ultimate Pork Chile Verde Recipe

This isn't just any Chile Verde – it's the legendary recipe my dad makes ONLY once a year for my birthday! It's so good, it's brought guests to tears (of joy!). I finally convinced him to share his secret touches, and now you can experience the magic. This recipe makes a HUGE batch, perfect for a crowd or for freezing leftovers for future feasts (nachos, anyone?). While it looks lengthy, the process is surprisingly simple. Trust me – read through once, then dive in. Prepare for rave reviews!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 225 mins
Calories 494.5 kcal
Protein 84g
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Ingredients for Ultimate Pork Chile Verde

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How to Make Ultimate Pork Chile Verde

  1. In a large bowl, combine dried chiles with enough hot water to cover; let soak for 30 minutes, until softened.
  2. Meanwhile, season the pork cubes with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Brown the pork cubes in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Set aside.
  4. Remove chiles from soaking water, drain, and puree in a blender with garlic, onion, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  5. Add the chile puree to the pot, stirring to coat. Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and cook for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
  6. Add chicken broth, potatoes, and browned pork back to the pot. Return to a simmer, cover, and cook for another hour.
  7. While the pork is simmering, prepare the tomatillos: Heat olive oil in a separate pan. Add tomatillos and serrano peppers, season with salt, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until slightly softened.
  8. Add the tomatillo mixture to the pot and cook for an additional 30 minutes, or until the pork is very tender and the potatoes are cooked through.
  9. Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

49 g

Sugar

21g

Fat

58g

Carbs

8g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Ultimate Pork Chile Verde?

Ultimate Pork Chile Verde takes about 255 minutes from start to finish — roughly 30 minutes to prepare and 225 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Ultimate Pork Chile Verde?

Ultimate Pork Chile Verde has approximately 494.5 calories per serving, with about 84 g protein, 8 g carbohydrates and 37 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Ultimate Pork Chile Verde?

The key ingredients for Ultimate Pork Chile Verde are Pork Roast, Vegetable Oil, Yellow Onions, Garlic Cloves, Sea Salt, Ground Cumin. See the full list with measurements above.

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