Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Delicious Pork Pozole Verde, a traditional Mexican dish that combines tender pork shoulder with tangy tomatillos and zesty green chilies. This hearty soup is perfect for gatherings or chilly evenings, offering a comforting experience in every bowl. Top it off with crunchy cabbage, fresh radishes, and a squeeze of lime for an explosion of freshness that will delight your senses.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs pork shoulder, cut into chunks
- 6 tomatillos, husked and quartered
- 2 green chilies (jalapeños or serranos), diced
- 4 cloves garlic, whole
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 6 cups chicken broth or water
- 1 cup shredded cabbage (for topping)
- ½ cup sliced radishes (for topping)
- Lime wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Season pork chunks with salt and pepper. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and sear pork until browned (5-7 minutes). Remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onion, garlic, and tomatillos until softened (about 5 minutes). Add green chilies.
- Return pork to the pot; add broth to cover ingredients by about an inch. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 2 hours until tender.
- Shred pork using two forks and return to the broth. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot topped with shredded cabbage, sliced radishes, and lime wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For milder pozole verde, remove seeds from the chilies before adding them. Letting the pozole sit for an hour enhances its flavor. Pair with warm corn tortillas or tortilla chips for dipping.