Chili Verde is a flavorful Mexican stew made with tender pieces of pork simmered in a rich green sauce of tomatillos, green chilies, and spices. Here’s an authentic recipe to try:
Authentic Chili Verde Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pounds tomatillos, husked and rinsed
- 2-3 poblano peppers, roasted, peeled, and chopped
- 2-3 jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- Juice of 1 lime
Instructions:
- Prepare the Ingredients:
- Season the pork cubes with salt and pepper.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork in batches, browning on all sides. Remove the pork and set aside.
- Sauté the Aromatics:
- In the same pot, add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Prepare the Green Sauce:
- While the onion and garlic are cooking, roast the tomatillos under a broiler or on a grill until charred and softened.
- In a blender or food processor, combine the roasted tomatillos, poblano peppers, jalapeños, and chicken broth. Blend until smooth.
- Combine and Simmer:
- Return the browned pork to the pot with the onions and garlic.
- Pour the green sauce over the pork.
- Add the ground cumin, dried oregano, and ground coriander.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the pork is tender.
- Finish and Serve:
- Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice.
- Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve hot with rice, beans, and warm tortillas.
Enjoy your homemade authentic Chili Verde!
