Crockpot Pork Chile Verde
Ingredients
The sauce
-
1
lb
tomatillos, husked and cut in half (about 10 tomatillos)
-
2
poblano peppers, cut in half and seeds removed
-
2
jalapeno peppers, cut in half and seeds removed
-
2
tbsp
avocado oil
-
1
pinch
salt and pepper
-
1
onion, quartered
-
4
cloves
garlic
-
1
small handful
fresh cilantro
-
2
limes, juiced
-
2
tsp
cumin
-
1
tsp
chili powder
-
1
tsp
red pepper flakes
-
1
tsp
salt
-
1
tsp
oregano
The meat
-
4
lb
pork butt or shoulder
For serving
-
8
cups
greens (romaine, spinach, etc.)
-
4
cups
cooked rice (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Prepare the tomatillos, poblano, and jalapeƱo peppers, then toss them with oil and salt and pepper.
- Place the tomatillos and peppers cut side down on a baking sheet and roast for 30 minutes.
- Blend the roasted veggies with the remaining sauce ingredients until smooth, adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
- Place the pork in the crockpot and pour the chile verde sauce over it. Cook on low for 8-10 hours.
- When ready to serve, prepare the rice if using, shred the pork, and serve with sauce over greens and rice or in tacos.
Nutrition Facts (estimated)
Servings
8
Calories
376
Total fat
17g
Total carbohydrates
9g
Total protein
44g
Sodium
mg
Cholesterol
mg
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