Ingredients and Weight:
- 5 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 (15-ounce) cans tomatillos, drained
- 4 (4-ounce) cans mild diced green chiles, drained
- 1 (12-ounce) can mild enchilada sauce
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can chicken broth
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 (4-ounce) can diced jalapenos (optional)
Preparation Time:
15 minutes
Cooking Time:
6-8 hours on low, or 3-4 hours on high
Difficulty Level:
1/5 (simple)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Place the pork shoulder cubes in a slow cooker.
- Add the tomatillos, green chiles, enchilada sauce, chicken broth, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper to the slow cooker. Stir to combine.
- If desired, add the diced jalapenos.
- Cook on low for 6-8 hours, or high for 3-4 hours, or until the pork is tender and shreds easily.
- Serve over rice, tacos, or tortilla chips.
Nutritional Information:
Per serving (based on 8 servings):
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 16g
- Protein: 28g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Sugar: 10g
Dish Characteristics:
- Tender and flavorful pork
- Tangy and spicy sauce
- Perfect for a hearty and satisfying meal
User Comments:
- "This is the best pork chile verde I've ever had! The meat is so tender and the sauce is perfect."
- "I love how easy this dish is to make. I just throw everything in my slow cooker and let it cook."
- "This recipe is a great way to use up leftover pork shoulder. I always make a double batch and freeze the leftovers."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you can't find tomatillos, you can substitute canned tomatoes.
- If you don't have enchilada sauce, you can use a combination of tomato sauce and chili powder.
- Be careful not to overcook the pork, or it will become tough.