How to Make Pueblo Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pueblo stew is a traditional dish hailing from the Pueblo tribes of the American Southwest. This hearty and flavorful stew has been passed down through generations, and is a staple in many Pueblo households. Made with a combination of fresh vegetables, tender chunks of meat, and a blend of spices, Pueblo stew is a comforting and satisfying meal that is perfect for cold winter nights or any time you're craving a taste of Southwest cuisine.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons lard
  • 6 pounds boneless pork shoulder, cubed
  • 1 teaspoon whole coriander seeds
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 2 potatoes, cubed
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 1 (18.75 ounce) can tomatillos, coarsely chopped
  • 1 (16 ounce) can chopped green chiles
  • 1 (11 ounce) can jalapeno peppers, drained and diced
  • 1 (30 ounce) jar sliced nopalitos, drained and rinsed
  • 2 teaspoons dried oregano
  • 1 (20 ounce) can hominy, drained
  • 4 teaspoons cumin seed
  • 2 cups crumbled queso fresco
  • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 50 mins
  • Cook Time: 55 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 45 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 12 servings

  • Melt lard in a large pot over high heat. Stir in cubed pork and coriander seeds. Cook until the pork has browned, about 10 minutes. Stir in the onions, potatoes, carrots, garlic, tomatillos, green chiles, jalapeno peppers, nopalitos, and hominy. Season with oregano and cumin seed. Add water if the mixture seems too dry.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the pork is tender, about 45 minutes. To serve, ladle the stew into serving bowls and sprinkle with crumbled cheese and chopped cilantro.
  • Nutrition

    488 cal.

    • Total Fat: 28g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 105mg
    • Sodium: 1258mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 27g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Vitamin C: 49mg
    • Calcium: 311mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1049mg