Ingredients
3 pounds (approximately 1.36 kg) pork loin or shoulder, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
2 tablespoons vegetable or canola oil
1 large yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves minced garlic
1/2 tablespoon ground cumin
1/2 tablespoon dried oregano
2 cups (about 480 ml) chicken broth
4 fresh poblano chiles, seeded and halved, with seed amounts adjustable for spice preference
2 fresh jalapeรฑo peppers, seeded and halved, with seed amounts adjustable for spice preference
1.5 pounds (approximately 680 g) fresh tomatillos, husked
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
Instructions
1-First, prepare all ingredients by washing, peeling, and chopping the tomatillos, green chilies, onion, garlic, and cilantro to have them ready for cooking.
2-Second, roast the green chilies under a broiler or on a grill until charred, then peel and set aside to bring out that smoky flavor.
3-Third, in a large pot, brown the cubed pork shoulder over medium-high heat, ensuring an even sear to lock in juices and build a rich base.
4-Fourth, add chopped onions and minced garlic, sautรฉing until translucent and aromatic to enhance the overall depth.
5-Fifth, incorporate tomatillos, roasted chilies, and chicken broth; stir well to combine all ingredients into a hearty mixture.
6-Sixth, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 1.5 to 2 hours until pork is tender and sauce has thickened, allowing flavors to meld beautifully.
7-Seventh, stir in chopped cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste for a fresh finish.
8-Final step: Serve hot, garnished with additional cilantro or lime wedges. For dietary adaptations, tofu can replace pork in the third step, and vegetable broth can substitute chicken broth in the fifth step.
Last Step:
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๐ฅ For extra smoky flavor, char the peppers and tomatillos directly over a gas flame or on a grill
โฐ The longer you simmer the pork, the more tender it will become – low and slow is key
๐ถ๏ธ Adjust the heat level by keeping some seeds from the peppers or adding additional jalapeรฑos
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Braising
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 650
- Fat: 22
- Saturated Fat: 7
- Unsaturated Fat: 12
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 12
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 95
