How to Make Andy's Spicy Green Chile Pork - A Step-by-Step Guide

Welcome to Andy’s kitchen, where bold flavors and spicy ingredients come together to create mouthwatering dishes. Today, we’re diving into a recipe that packs a punch – Andy’s Spicy Green Chile Pork. This recipe is a favorite in our household, and it’s perfect for those who love a bit of heat in their meals. With tender chunks of pork, aromatic spices, and fiery green chilies, this dish is sure to leave your taste buds tingling with delight. So, roll up your sleeves and let’s get cooking!

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Ingredients

  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 ½ pounds pork shoulder roast
  • 1 (16 ounce) jar green salsa (such as Frontera®)
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 serrano chile peppers, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 10 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Layer the chopped onion into the bottom of a slow cooker. Season the pork shoulder with salt and pepper; place atop the chopped onion. Pour the green salsa over the pork. Sprinkle the the cilantro over the salsa and pork. Drop the serrano chile peppers into the slow cooker.
  • Cook on Low until the meat falls apart easily, about 8 hours. Gently remove the pork to a cutting board. Strain and discard about half the remaining liquid from the slow cooker, reserving the rest. Discard the onions, peppers, and cilantro if desired.
  • Shred the pork shoulder with a pair of forks. Mix the pork with the reserved liquid from the slow cooker to serve.
  • Nutrition

    169 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 56mg
    • Sodium: 234mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 5g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 16g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 16mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 254mg