Chile Verde Pork Stew (Pork Shoulder Stew with Anaheim Peppers)

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)

Recipe by AhsanCourse: Dinner, Main DishCuisine: MexicanDifficulty: Medium
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

~350

kcal

Ingredients

  • 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.
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