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Pork Chili Verde in a white bowl with tortilas on the side
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Pork Chili Verde

Try this spicy pork stew for an Authentic Mexican meal! Chili verde makes a hearty and big-flavored lunch or dinner with rice and warm tortillas.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time3 hours
Total Time3 hours 20 minutes
Course: Main Entree
Cuisine: Mexican
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 401kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds pork spareribs
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon cumin
  • 1 onion, peeled and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 1 cup water

For the Chili Verde Sauce

  • 2 pounds large tomatillos, husks removed
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 3 jalapenos
  • 1 bunch cilantro, stemmed

To Serve

  • limes, cut into wedges
  • warm corn tortillas

Instructions

  • Trim spareribs of excess fat and cut between bones into 1-1/2 to 2-inch cubes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • In a pot over medium heat, heat about 2 tablespoons oil. Add pork ribs and cook, turning once or twice, until lightly browned on all sides. Cook in batches as needed. 
  • Add cumin and continue to cook for about 1 to 2 minutes or until meat is coated. Remove meat from pan and keep warm.
  • Add onions and garlic and cook, scraping bottom and sides of the pan, until softened.
  • Return pork ribs to pot. Add 4 cups chili verde sauce and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat, cover, and cook for about 2 to 3 hours or until ribs are fork-tender. Add water in 1/2 cup increments if the sauce is drying out before the meat is fully tender. 
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot with lime wedges and corn tortillas.

For the Chili Verde Sauce

  • On a foil-lined baking sheet, arrange tomatillos, jalapenos, and garlic in a single layer. Roast in a 400 F oven for about 10 to 15 minutes or broil for about 6 to 8 minutes or until softened and skins are lightly charred.
  • Place jalapenos in a bowl and cover with a lid. Allow to cool completely and peel skins.
  • Carefully peel garlic.
  • In a food processor or blender, combine tomatillos, garlic, jalapenos, and cilantro. Pulse a few times until coarsely smooth. Makes about 4 cups.

Nutrition

Calories: 401kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 125mg | Sodium: 403mg | Potassium: 897mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Vitamin C: 21.5mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2.7mg