Pork Stew in Green Salsa (Guisado de Puerco con Tomatillos)

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My Mexican husband was shocked at how authentic this pork stew in green salsa (guisado de puerco con tomatillos) recipe was to his mom's and grandmother's recipe. This is a delicious, not too spicy, authentic Mexican pork stew that is easy to make and a recipe that everyone in your family will enjoy. Serve with Spanish rice and warm tortillas.

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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr 25 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 50 mins
Servings:
6

Ingredients

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon salt (Optional)

  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin

  • 1 (3 pound) boneless pork shoulder roast, trimmed of excess fat and cut into 1-inch cubes

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil, or more if needed

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • 2 cups chopped fresh tomatillos

  • 1 cup water

  • 1 (7 ounce) can diced green chiles, drained

  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

  • 2 fresh jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 teaspoons dried marjoram

  • 1 pinch salt, or to taste (Optional)

  • 2 tablespoons sour cream, divided

  • 6 sprigs cilantro

Directions

  1. Combine flour, pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, and cumin in a large bowl. Dredge pork in flour mixture until well coated.

  2. Heat olive oil in a large, heavy pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmers. Add pork, in batches, in a single layer; brown on all sides, about 15 minutes. Transfer pork to a bowl; cover to keep warm.

  3. Add onion to pan; cook and stir over medium heat, adding more olive oil if necessary, until translucent and beginning to brown, about 7 minutes. Return pork to pan; stir in tomatillos, water, canned chiles, 1/2 cup cilantro, jalapeños, garlic, and marjoram. Check seasoning; add 1 pinch salt, if needed. Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until pork tender, about 1 hour. Degrease stew before serving in bowls, garnished with sour cream and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

346 Calories
16g Fat
18g Carbs
32g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 346
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g 21%
Saturated Fat 5g 24%
Cholesterol 88mg 29%
Sodium 839mg 36%
Total Carbohydrate 18g 7%
Dietary Fiber 3g 11%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 32g 64%
Vitamin C 37mg 41%
Calcium 60mg 5%
Iron 3mg 17%
Potassium 740mg 16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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