Green Chef’s Tangy Pork Chili Verde: A Mexican-Style Comfort Meal
Green Chef’s Flavor-Packed Pork Chili Verde
green chef brings you a hearty Mexican-style Pork Chili Verde, simmered in a tangy tomatillo sauce that’s perfect for a cozy family dinner.
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Key Ingredients for Your Green Chef Pork Chili Verde
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust for heat)
- 1 pound tomatillos, husked and quartered
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
Easy Step-by-Step Instructions
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy pot over high heat until nearly smoking.
- Add pork cubes in a single layer. Sear without stirring until browned on one side, about 4–5 minutes.
- Flip the pork pieces and brown on the other side, another 4–5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium; stir in chopped onion and ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes.
- Sprinkle in oregano, cumin, coriander, and cayenne. Stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add tomatillos, garlic, and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until pork is tender and sauce has thickened, about 1 hour 45 minutes.
- Stir in fresh cilantro and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
Tips & Variations from Your Green Chef Kitchen
- Spice Level: Swap cayenne for smoked paprika for a milder smoky twist.
- Make-Ahead: Chili Verde tastes even better the next day—store in an airtight container and reheat gently.
- Serving Ideas: Serve with warm flour tortillas, avocado slices, and a dollop of sour cream.
- Vegetarian Swap: Replace pork with roasted cauliflower florets for a vegetarian-friendly version.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
- Calories: 513 kcal
- Carbs: 28 g | Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 5 g
- Protein: 32 g | Fat: 31 g (Saturated Fat: 11 g)
- Cholesterol: 109 mg | Sodium: 517 mg
Inspired by green chef, this Pork Chili Verde is bound to spice up your weeknight dinners!
Pork Chili Verde (Green Pork Chili)
Chef John's pork chili verde features tender chunks of pork simmered in a spicy tomatillo sauce. It's a warm, tasty dish the whole family will enjoy!
Ingredients
Method
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large heavy pot over high heat until nearly smoking.
- Add pork cubes in a single layer. Sear without stirring until browned on one side, about 4–5 minutes.
- Flip the pork pieces and brown on the other side, another 4–5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium; stir in chopped onion and ½ teaspoon kosher salt. Cook until the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes.
- Sprinkle in oregano, cumin, coriander, and cayenne. Stir until fragrant, about 2 minutes.
- Add tomatillos, garlic, and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook until pork is tender and sauce has thickened, about 1 hour 45 minutes.
- Stir in fresh cilantro and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
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