Slow Cooker Chile Verde

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Pork shoulder or pork butt - 2 pounds (900 grams)
2. Green chiles - 2 cups (fresh or frozen)
3. Onion - 1 large, chopped
4. Garlic - 4-5 cloves, minced
5. Cumin - 1 tablespoon
6. Oregano - 1 tablespoon
7. Cilantro - 1/2 cup, chopped
8. Chicken broth or vegetable broth - 2 cups
9. Lime juice - from 1-2 limes
10. Salt and pepper - to taste

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 20 minutes
• Cooking: 6-8 hours in a slow cooker

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a slow cooker, combine pork, green chiles, onion, garlic, cumin, oregano, and chicken broth.
2. Set the slow cooker to low and let it cook for 6-8 hours until the pork is tender and the sauce is rich.
3. About an hour before serving, add the cilantro and lime juice.
4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Serve with rice or mashed potatoes.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30g
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 15g
• Fiber: 3g

Dish Characteristics:

• This dish is a slow-cooked, hearty Mexican-style pork dish with a rich and spicy green chili sauce.
• The pork is tender and falls off the bone, making it a perfect dish for colder weather.
• The green chili sauce has a slight kick but is balanced with the rich pork flavor and lime juice.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was amazing! The pork was so tender and the chili sauce was perfect."
2. "I love the combination of flavors in this dish. It's a great way to enjoy pork in a different way."
3. "I made this for my family on a cold winter night and they loved it! It was so comforting."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Use fresh or frozen green chiles for best results. If using dried chiles, soak them in water for an hour before using.
• Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
• This dish is great served with rice or mashed potatoes for a hearty meal.