Green Chile Pork Stew
A comforting, savory stew featuring tender pork, hearty potatoes, and roasted green chiles. Packed with robust flavor and incredibly restorative.
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Before you start
Your 75-minute game plan
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Equipment
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Stews like this are incredible for meal prep because the flavors actually deepen overnight in the fridge. Portion it out for easy, reheat-and-eat lunches.
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Ingredients
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Next: Cut the pork shoulder into 1-inch cubes
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Cut the pork shoulder into 1-inch cubes
Cut the pork shoulder into 1-inch cubes. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and 1 teaspoon of ground cumin. Dice the potatoes and onion.
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Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in…
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a heavy pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the pork in an even layer and sear until browned on all sides, about 5 to 7 minutes.
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Lower the heat to medium
Lower the heat to medium. Add the diced onion and 1 teaspoon of dried oregano to the pot, stirring to lift any browned bits from the bottom. Cook for 3 to 4 minutes until the onion softens.
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Pour in the chicken bone broth
Pour in the chicken bone broth, diced green chiles (with their juices), and diced potatoes. Bring the liquid to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low.
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Cover and simmer for 45 to 50…
Cover and simmer for 45 to 50 minutes, or until the pork is fork-tender.
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Drain and rinse the pinto beans
Drain and rinse the pinto beans, then stir them into the stew. Let everything simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes to warm the beans through and slightly thicken the broth.
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The nutrition underneath
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Stews like this are incredible for…
Stews like this are incredible for meal prep because the flavors actually deepen overnight in the fridge. Portion it out for easy, reheat-and-eat lunches.
If you have an Instant Pot
If you have an Instant Pot, you can sear the pork on the "Sauté" setting, then cook everything on high pressure for 20 minutes with a natural release.
The potatoes will naturally thicken the…
The potatoes will naturally thicken the broth as they cook. If you prefer a thicker stew, gently mash a few of the potato pieces against the side of the pot with a wooden spoon before serving.
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