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A steaming bowl of Colorado Pork Green Chili topped with fresh cilantro and diced onions

Colorado Pork Green Chili

A hearty and flavorful green chili made with tender pork shoulder, tomatillos, and spices.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the pork cubes and sear until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the pork and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Stir in the minced garlic and diced jalapeños, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
  5. Add the ground cumin, dried oregano, and smoked paprika, stirring to combine.
  6. Return the browned pork to the pot and pour in the chicken broth.
  7. Add the chopped tomatillos and bring the mixture to a boil.
  8. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until the pork is tender.
  9. Stir in the cannellini beans and cook for an additional 10 minutes.
  10. Season with salt and pepper to taste, and stir in the fresh cilantro before serving.
  11. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side.

Notes

For a spicier chili, leave some seeds in the jalapeños.