Embark on a culinary journey with Verdolagas con Costillitas de Puerco, a delectable pork and purslane soup rooted in the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine. This traditional dish, also known as verdolagas con carne de puerco, is a symphony of textures and tastes that will tantalize your palate.
At its heart lies the tender and succulent pork ribs, braised in a flavorful broth infused with the earthy essence of purslane, a leafy green renowned for its nutritional value. The resulting soup is a harmonious blend of savory and slightly tangy notes, complemented by the vibrant green hue of the purslane.
Accompanying the main recipe are three enticing variations that cater to diverse preferences. For those seeking a vegetarian alternative, the verdolagas soup sans pork ribs offers a delightful symphony of flavors, while the verdolagas con pollo recipe introduces tender chicken in place of pork.
And for those with a penchant for spicy cuisine, the verdolagas enchiladas recipe tantalizes the taste buds with its fiery kick. Each variation promises a unique culinary experience, sure to satisfy every craving.
MEXICAN PORK WITH PURSLANE
I typically use shoulder meat from a wild hog for this recipe, but regular pork shoulder or ribs are all common in Mexico. Most of the ingredients here are easy to find, but I'll offer some substitutions below.
Provided by Hank Shaw
Categories Main Course
Time 3h30m
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Cover the pork shoulder with water in a large, lidded pot like a Dutch oven. Bring to a boil, then drop to a simmer. Skim off any scum or froth that develops. Add the remaining braise ingredients, cover the pot, turn the heat to low and simmer gently until the pork is tender -- anywhere from 90 minutes for some store bought pork to 3 hours for an old wild hog.
- Meanwhile, get a comal, griddle or cast iron pan hot and sear the onion, cut side of the tomatoes and garlic until well blackened. While this is happening, rehydrate the chiles with hot water after you have seeded and stemmed them.
- When the vegetables are well charred, discard the garlic peels and put everything in the blender, along with the chiles -- discard the chile water. Add the tomatillos and a pinch of salt and puree. If you want to, push the salsa through a fine mesh sieve into a bowl to remove any bits of skin and seed, which are undigestible.
- Heat the lard in a sauté pan and pour the salsa in. It will spit and sputter. Stir this constantly until the lard is incorporated, then turn the heat to low and cover the pot.
- When the pork is tender, strain the broth and reserve. Slice the pork across the grain here and there so you don't have long, stringy pieces. Wipe out the pot, then return the pork, strained broth to it, adding the salsa and the purslane. Simmer this for about 10 to 20 minutes, adding salt to taste.
- Serve with the crema alongside, with some hot sauce, and tortillas.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 kcal, Carbohydrate 21 g, Protein 27 g, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Sodium 187 mg, Fiber 9 g, Sugar 7 g, UnsaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
VERDOLAGAS CON COSTILLITAS DE PUERCO-PORK AND PURSLANE SOUP
Adapted from Recipe of Memory.The original recipe used 1 1/2 lbs of pork spare ribs(therefore the costillitas in the title) and 4 California chiles+2 guajillo chiles.I could not find California chiles in my area ,and I just happen to really like pork necks,so they made it into my version.Without reducing the amount of ribs this made for a meatier soup.This is a really simple recipe you could easily play with it using any type of meat or greens you like.BTW because this relies on fairly mild chiles it's not spicy even though it has good chile flavorTthough good on it's own,and not part of the original recipe,this is really good with a little lime juice,cilantro,and chopped onion ala menudo..
Provided by strangelittlebeast
Categories Pork
Time 1h35m
Yield 5 bowls, 4-5 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a skillet heat oil over medium;when hot add chiles and saute quickly,removing after thirty seconds,turning the chiles so they toast evenly.Add to a bowl with hot water and vinegar,cover and soak 1 hour.
- Meanwhile,place all remaining ingredients,except purslane into a pot,cover with about 6 cups of water and bring to a boil.Cover and let simmer for 45 minutes.
- Place chiles and 1 cup of the water they were soaked in into a blender and puree until smooth.Add to the soup.(original recipe says this will make 1 1/2 cups of chile paste and to only use 1 cup of it)Cover and continue simmering about 10 minutes.
- Uncover and bring soup back to a boil before adding the purslane.Cover and simmer 10 more minutes.Serve with hot corn or flour tortillas.
PURSLANE PORK STEW
Purslane, known as verdolagas, tastes like a cross between spinach and cucumbers. Verdolagas are very common in Mexican kitchens, especially in pork stews. Comfort food at its best!
Provided by Yoly
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Pork
Time 2h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine pork ribs, pork shoulder, water, and salt in a Dutch oven over medium heat. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes. Uncover and increase heat to medium-high. Continue cooking and stirring constantly until all liquid has evaporated and pork has browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Combine onion, tomatillos, serrano peppers, and cilantro in a medium saucepan. Add enough water to cover. Bring to a boil and cook until tomatillos are tender and have changed color, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer vegetable mixture to a blender; add garlic and and blend carefully until sauce is smooth.
- Pour sauce into the Dutch oven, season stew with salt and pepper, and simmer for 1 hour. Add purslane and simmer until pork is tender and purslane is soft, about 20 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Cholesterol 82.4 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 22.1 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 236.6 mg, Sugar 2.3 g
PORK MEAT WITH VERDOLAGAS
This is one of my husband's favorite things to eat. I guess it reminds him of home. I have to admit that it tastes real good. Always serve with refried beans and fresh flour tortillas. My husbands sisterinlaw gave me a list of the ingredients and nothing else so I had to do everything by taste. I love cooking so I did it my way. I hope you enjoy it. You may not be able to find verdolagas but you can substitute watercress its just as good.
Provided by -._Eri-.-Kapz_.-
Categories Stew
Time 1h
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1) In a stock pot add water almost mid-way. When the water has come to a rolling boil add all the pork meat, ground cumino, seasoning salt, and black pepper to taste.
- 2) When the pork meat has turned color lower to medium heat and let simmer.
- 3) In a sauce pan fill the pot half way add the quartered onion, jalapenos, tomatillos, cilantro, and boil until the skin falls off of the tomatillos. When ready place them in the blender and liquify.
- 4) Add the sauce to the pot, make any adjustments to the seasonings at this time. Let simmer for 15 minutes and then add the verdolagas (after rinsing them) and let simmer for another 30 minutes or until meat is tender and verdolagas are soft.
- 5) Prepare the refried beans and flour tortillas. Serve hot. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1904.7, Fat 80.5, SaturatedFat 25.7, Cholesterol 295.1, Sodium 2353.7, Carbohydrate 166.9, Fiber 15.8, Sugar 8.3, Protein 120
Tips:
- To get the most flavor out of the pork ribs, brown them well before adding them to the soup.
- Don't be afraid to add more vegetables to the soup, such as potatoes, carrots, or celery.
- If you can't find purslane, you can substitute spinach or kale.
- Serve the soup with a side of rice or bread.
Conclusion:
Pork and purslane soup is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is also a great way to use up leftover pork ribs. With its simple ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, this soup is a great option for busy weeknights or lazy weekends. So next time you're looking for a comforting and flavorful soup, give this pork and purslane soup a try. You won't be disappointed.
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