In this article, we embark on a culinary journey to explore a tantalizing dish that tantalizes the taste buds with a harmonious blend of flavors: Green Chili Stew with Tomatillos. This delightful stew is a symphony of fresh, zesty, and subtly spicy flavors highlighted by the vibrant green chilies and tangy tomatillos. Whether you're a seasoned home cook or just starting to explore the wonders of the kitchen, this article will guide you through three distinct recipes that showcase the versatility and deliciousness of this beloved stew. From the classic Green Chili Stew to a unique Tomatillo-Poblano variation and a hearty vegetarian version, these recipes cater to diverse dietary preferences and culinary tastes. So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's dive into the world of Green Chili Stew with Tomatillos!
**Recipes Featured in this Article:**
1. **Classic Green Chili Stew:** This traditional recipe embodies the essence of this timeless dish. Featuring a robust blend of roasted green chilies, juicy tomatillos, and tender chunks of pork or beef, this stew is a hearty and flavorful delight.
2. **Tomatillo-Poblano Variation:** This recipe adds a smoky and earthy twist to the classic stew. Roasted poblano peppers lend a deep, complex flavor, while the tomatillos bring a bright and acidic balance. This variation is sure to satisfy those who crave a smoky, flavorful kick in their stew.
3. **Hearty Vegetarian Version:** This recipe caters to vegetarians and vegans by replacing the meat with a medley of hearty vegetables. Bell peppers, zucchini, and sweet potatoes add a colorful and nutritious dimension to the stew, while the green chilies and tomatillos provide a vibrant flavor profile.
NEW MEXICO CHILE VERDE (GREEN CHILI)
New Mexico Chile Verde (Green Chili) - This New Mexico Chile Verde AKA Green Chili recipe is savory and bold with tomatillos and poblano peppers, and is perfect for spicy chili lovers!
Provided by Sommer Collier
Categories Main Course Soup
Time 4h
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the pork and 2 teaspoons of salt. Brown the pork on all sides, stirring regularly. Remove the pork from the pot and pour out all rendered fat, saving about 1 tablespoon.
- Add the onions, remaining salt, cumin, coriander, and oregano to the pot. Sauté for 3-5 minutes. Then add the garlic and peppers. Sauté another 3-5 minutes. Add the chopped tomatillos, bay leaves, and cilantro. Toss the pork with the masa and add back to the pot. Stir well.
- Finally add the water. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and simmer for 3 hours, or until the pork is falling apart, stirring occasionally.
- Take 2 forks and break the pork up even more. Salt and pepper to taste.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 626 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 63 g, Fat 30 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Sodium 1657 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 8 g
GREEN CHILE AND TOMATILLO PORK STEW
This is a very versatile dish; it can be cooked in advance, in the oven or in a slow cooker. If you use a slow cooker, brown pork on stovetop first then transfer to slow cooker with the onion-pepper puree and seasonings. Allow 8-10 hours cook time, until pork is tender and falling apart.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes
Yield Serves 6 to 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Combine tomatillos, jalapenos, and 1/4 cup of chicken stock in a saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook until the tomatillo begins to break down and get soft. Remove from heat.
- Heat a large, oven-safe Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add grape seed oil. Add pork to hot pan and brown well on all sides. Remove pork from pan and pour off most of the oil and fat. Reserve some fat in pan.
- Add tomatillo, jalapeno, onion, and garlic to food processor and puree until smooth. Return pork pan to medium heat and add puree to the reserved fat in pan. Add cumin and salt, and heat through.
- Add the rest of chicken stock into pot with puree and stir to combine.
- Nestle pork back into the pot of puree and stock. The pork should be covered about 3/4 of the way. Add more stock if needed. Cover and put in preheated oven for about 3-4 hours, until pork is tender and falling apart. Turn the pork at least once halfway through the cook time. Using two forks, shred the pork a bit and mix it through the sauce to get the flavor incorporated into all the pork. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve pork stew right out of the pot and top with garnishes (cilantro, queso fresco, pepitas, and hot sauce). Serve heated corn tortillas on the side for dipping and scooping.
GREEN CHILE STEW
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h5m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Brown pork, chicken, or beef in oil. Sprinkle flour over the meat and add chopped garlic according to your taste. Add chicken bouillon, crushed tomatoes, potatoes, and Green Chile. Add salt to taste. Bring to a slow boil and simmer until meat and potatoes are tender, about 45 minutes. The secret is to add a teaspoon of kitchen bouquet at almost the end of cooking, which brings out the flavor even more! You can sprinkle shredded cheese on top if you like and serve with warm tortillas or crusty bread.
PORK STEW IN GREEN SALSA (GUISADO DE PUERCO CON TOMATILLOS)
My Mexican husband was shocked at how authentic this recipe was to his mom's and grandmother's recipe. This is a delicious, not too spicy, authentic Mexican pork stew that is easy to make and a recipe that everyone in your family will enjoy. Serve with Spanish rice and warm tortillas.
Provided by PLATO712
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Pork
Time 1h50m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Stir together the flour, 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and cumin in a large bowl. Place the cubed pork into the mixture, and stir well to coat the meat with the seasonings.
- Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy pan or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers. Working in batches if necessary, place the meat into the hot pan in a single layer. Pan-fry the pork until brown on all sides, about 15 minutes. Remove the pork to a bowl, and cover to keep warm.
- Cook and stir the onion in the hot pan over medium heat, adding more olive oil if necessary, until the onion is translucent and beginning to brown, about 7 minutes. Return the meat to the pan and stir in the garlic, tomatillos, chiles, marjoram, chopped cilantro, and water. Check seasoning and add 1 pinch of salt to taste, if needed. Cover and simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat is tender, about 1 hour. Skim excess fat off the stew before serving in bowls, garnished with a dollop of sour cream and a cilantro sprig on each bowl.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 87.5 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 4.8 g, Sodium 839.2 mg, Sugar 5 g
CHILE VERDE STEW WITH PORK AND TOMATILLOS
This chile verde pork stew uses spicy peppers and fresh tomatillos for delicious flavor and texture.
Provided by Sharky
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Pork
Time 1h50m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.
- Dust pork cubes in flour and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Brown pork in the hot oil, about 5 minutes. Set aside. Place tomatillos and garlic cloves into a baking pan.
- Broil tomatillos and garlic in the preheated oven for 7 minutes. Turn off the broiler and let rest in the oven for 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool enough to handle, about 10 minutes. Mince roasted garlic.
- Heat remaining tablespoon oil in a pot over medium-high heat. Saute onion in the hot oil until softened, about 5 minutes. Add browned pork, chicken broth, minced garlic, cumin, oregano, and bay leaf; reduce heat to low and let simmer.
- Mix roasted tomatillos, serrano peppers, green chile peppers, and jalapeno pepper together in a bowl. Add to the pot. Continue to simmer over low heat until pork is tender and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of a cube reads at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C), about 20 minutes. Stir in cilantro and remove bay leaf before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 280.6 calories, Carbohydrate 16.7 g, Cholesterol 87.4 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 33.9 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 385.2 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
GREEN CHILI PORK STEW
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Time 1h40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler and line a baking sheet with foil.
- Put the tomatillos, poblanos, jalapeno and serrano pepper on the prepared baking sheet and toss with the olive oil. Place under the broiler and cook, carefully removing the baking sheet and flipping once halfway, until the peppers are blistered and charred all over, 5 to 6 minutes. Allow to cool while you prepare the pork.
- Season the pork with 1 tablespoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Sprinkle over the flour and toss to coat. Heat the vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add half the pork and cook until browned on all sides, 3 to 4 minutes; remove to a plate. Repeat with the remaining pork.
- Lower the heat to medium and stir in the garlic, carrots, onions, oregano and chile powder. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions have softened, 4 to 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
- Meanwhile, peel and seed the poblanos. Chop the poblanos, jalapeno, serrano and tomatillos. Stir into the pot with the vegetables. Add the stock and bay leaves and return the seared pork. Bring to a boil, then lower to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook until the pork is extremely tender, about 1 hour. Check the pot occasionally, making sure there is enough liquid. Add a little more stock or water as needed.
- Remove the bay leaves and stir in the cilantro and lime juice. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- If serving immediately, spoon into bowls and top with the grated cheese, sour cream and cilantro. Serve with lime wedges and warmed tortillas
- To freeze, allow the stew to cool completely. Transfer to a deep 9-by-13-inch foil pan and wrap tightly with foil and plastic wrap. Put the grated cheese in a labeled quart-size resealable plastic bag. Put the stew, cheese and a pack of tortillas onto a baking sheet and freeze.
- To serve, remove the meal kit from the freezer. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Remove the foil and plastic wrap from the stew, then return the foil. Bake until heated through, 50 to 55 minutes. Let the tortillas and cheese thaw while the stew reheats, then remove the tortillas from the pack, wrap in foil and warm in the oven for the last 10 minutes while the stew is cooking.
- Serve the stew in bowls with the fixins -- cheese, cilantro and tortillas alongside some sour cream and lime wedges.
AUTHENTIC CHILI VERDE (PORK AND GREEN TOMATILLO STEW)
This is a wonderful Mexican dish of pork simmered in tomatillos and chiles, Makes a great borrito with spanish rice and refried beans.
Provided by Johnney
Categories Stew
Time 2h
Yield 20 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a large stock pot over high heat sear the pork in the vegetable oil until browned.
- Remove the pork from the pot, reserve 3 tablespoons oil in the pan.
- Saute the chopped onion and garlic seasoned with salt and pepper in the reserved oil until onions are tender.
- Add the cumin, then stir in pork and chicken stock.
- Simmer for 1/2 hour.
- Add in poblanos, jalapenos and bell peppers.
- Puree the tomatillos and cilantro in a blender, and add them to the pot.
- Cook for an additional 30 to 45 minutes.
- Serve with Mexican/Spanish rice and refried beans.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.4, Fat 22, SaturatedFat 6.8, Cholesterol 85.8, Sodium 1092.9, Carbohydrate 9.7, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 5, Protein 32.8
GREEN CHILI STEW
A great Mexican stew. Everyone loves this, even my children!
Provided by Lynn
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef
Time 1h45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large pot over medium heat, heat the oil and brown the stew meat and the onions until onions are translucent; about 5 minutes
- Pour in the diced tomatoes with chiles, beef broth and chile peppers. Stir in the garlic salt and cumin. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour. Add a little more beef broth or water if needed during simmering.
- Stir in cubed potatoes to the mixture and simmer for an additional 30 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 549.1 calories, Carbohydrate 33 g, Cholesterol 121.9 mg, Fat 26.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 43.6 g, SaturatedFat 9.6 g, Sodium 1455 mg, Sugar 4.2 g
COLORADO GREEN CHILI (CHILE VERDE)
My version of my mother's green chili. I like to serve it over oven-baked burritos or with beans and rice. If you can't find a chile roaster, look for frozen diced chiles at your supermarket. You can also freeze fresh roasted chiles for off-season use.
Provided by ROSIE55
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Pork Soup Recipes
Time 1h35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Season the pork with salt and pepper to taste, then place into the hot oil. Cook until golden brown on all sides, about 7 minutes. Once browned, remove the pork and set aside. Reduce heat to medium, and stir in the onion and garlic. Cook and stir until the onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Return the pork to the pot, and stir in the green chiles, diced tomatoes with juice, tomatillo salsa, and chicken broth. Season with oregano and clove. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer 20 minutes.
- After 20 minutes, remove 2 cups of the soup (ensure there are no pork cubes in it), and pour into a blender. Hold down the lid of the blender with a folded kitchen towel, and carefully start the blender, using a few quick pulses to get the soup moving before leaving it on to puree. Puree until smooth, then pour back into the cooking pot. This will create a thicker texture for your chili and will eliminate some of the chunky bits of chiles. Continue to simmer, stirring occasionally until the pork is very tender, at least 35 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 323 calories, Carbohydrate 12 g, Cholesterol 67.9 mg, Fat 19.2 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 23.1 g, SaturatedFat 6.2 g, Sodium 887.8 mg, Sugar 6.3 g
Tips for Making the Best Green Chili Stew with Tomatillos:
- Choose the Right Chiles: For a medium level of heat, use 4-5 medium-sized Anaheim chiles. If you prefer a milder stew, use poblano chiles instead. For a hotter stew, add a few serrano or jalapeño chiles.
- Roast the Tomatillos and Chiles: Roasting the tomatillos and chiles in the oven before adding them to the stew intensifies their flavor and sweetness. Make sure to remove the skins from the tomatillos before roasting.
- Use Fresh Vegetables: Fresh vegetables, such as corn, zucchini, carrots, and potatoes, add a nice crunch and sweetness to the stew. If using frozen vegetables, thaw them completely before adding to the stew.
- Season the Stew Well: Don't be afraid to season the stew with salt, pepper, cumin, and oregano. You can also add a bay leaf or two for extra flavor.
- Simmer the Stew for at Least 30 Minutes: Simmering the stew for at least 30 minutes allows the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer the stew, the better it will taste.
Conclusion:
This green chili stew is a delicious, hearty, and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner or a potluck. With its combination of roasted tomatillos, chiles, and fresh vegetables, this stew is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful meal, give this green chili stew a try!
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