Chile Verde Pork Stew (Pork Shoulder Stew with Anaheim Peppers)
This Chile Verde Pork Stew is a hearty, warming dish prepared with seasoned pork shoulder that is lightly floured and seared before simmering in a blended roasted pepper and chicken broth sauce. The end result is tender pieces of pork coated in a thick, flavorful green sauce that fills the kitchen with incredible aroma.
The blend of roasted Anaheim peppers, cilantro, garlic, onion, spices, and chicken broth creates a vibrant, savory base. Medium-low simmering allows the pork to soften and become fall-apart tender while the sauce thickens naturally.
Chile Verde Pork Stew (Pork Shoulder Stew with Anaheim Peppers)
Course: Dinner, Main DishCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Medium4
servings10
minutes40
minutes~350
kcalIngredients
2 lbs pork shoulder (or pork butt)
1½ tsp salt
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 tbsp all-purpose flour
6 roasted Anaheim peppers
Optional: 1 jalapeño or 1 serrano pepper
Small bunch of cilantro (approximately 15–17 stems)
Chicken broth (amount used: 1½ cups blended + remaining broth added later)
1 small onion, chopped
2 Anaheim peppers, chopped
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp black pepper
Mexican oregano (added near the end)
Directions
- Season the Pork
Start by seasoning 2 lbs of pork shoulder (or pork butt) with 1½ teaspoons of salt and 6 minced garlic cloves. Mix well to fully coat the meat. - Add Flour
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour over the seasoned pork and mix again until evenly coated. Set aside. - Prepare the Sauce
In a blender, add 6 roasted Anaheim peppers (optionally add jalapeño or serrano pepper for extra spice), a small bunch of cilantro (about 15–17 stems), and 1½ cups of chicken broth. Blend until completely smooth. - Heat the Pan and Sear the Pork
Heat a cast-iron skillet on high for about 3 minutes. Add ½ tablespoon to 1 tablespoon of oil, then place the pork pieces into the pan. Reduce heat to medium and sear for 6–8 minutes. - Add Onion and Peppers
Add 1 small chopped onion and mix. Allow the onions to cook until translucent, about 2–3 minutes. Add 2 chopped Anaheim peppers, 1 teaspoon ground cumin, and 1 teaspoon black pepper, then mix again. - Add Blended Sauce and Remaining Broth
Pour in the blended sauce, along with the remaining chicken broth. Scrape the bottom of the pan to release the browned drippings. Increase heat to high and bring the stew to a vigorous boil. - Simmer
Once boiling, reduce heat to medium to medium-low and simmer for 30–35 minutes, stirring periodically. - Final Touches
With about 10 minutes remaining, reduce heat to low and add Mexican oregano. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Continue simmering until the pork is soft and the sauce is thick.
Recipe Video
Notes
- Save ½ cup of chicken broth for reheating—this helps keep leftovers moist instead of drying out.