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Pork Stew in Green Salsa (Guisado de Puerco con Tomatillos)

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  • 85 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $18

INGREDIENTS

  • Dry Ingredients

    • ½ cup all-purpose flour
    • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon salt (Optional)
    • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • Protein

    • 1 (3 pound) boneless pork shoulder roast, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes

  • Vegetables

    • 🧅 1 large onion, chopped
    • 2 cups chopped fresh tomatillos
    • 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chiles, drained
    • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
    • 6 sprigs cilantro, for garnish
    • 🧄 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • Spices & Herbs

    • 2 teaspoons dried marjoram

  • Liquids

    • đź’§ 1 cup water
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil, or more if needed

  • Toppings

    • 2 tablespoons sour cream, divided

STEPS

1

Combine flour, pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, and cumin in a large bowl. Dredge pork in flour mixture until well coated.

2

Heat olive oil in a large, heavy pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it shimmers. Add pork in batches in a single layer, browning on all sides for approximately 15 minutes. Transfer pork to a bowl and cover to keep warm.

3

Add chopped onion to the pan and stir over medium heat. Add more olive oil if necessary. Cook until translucent and starting to brown, about 7 minutes.

4

Return pork to the pan; stir in tomatillos, water, canned chiles, 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, garlic, and marjoram. Check seasoning and add a pinch of salt if needed. Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, for about 1 hour or until pork is tender.

5

Degrease stew before serving. Serve in bowls and garnish with sour cream and cilantro sprigs.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

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346

Calories

  • 32g
    Protein
  • 18g
    Carbs
  • 16g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Serve with Spanish rice and warm tortillas for an authentic touch.To save time, prep vegetables while the pork is browning.If tomatillos are unavailable, you can substitute with a mixture of green tomatoes and lime juice to achieve a similar tangy flavor.For a spicier version, include diced fresh jalapeños.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.