Low Carb Chile Verde
Discover the bold and flavorful experience of Low Carb Chile Verde, a hearty, keto-friendly twist on the classic comfort food. Made with tender, slow-cooked pork shoulder simmered in a vibrant sauce of roasted tomatillos, poblano peppers, and jalapeños, this dish delivers a smoky heat balanced with aromatic spices like cumin and oregano. Fresh cilantro and a splash of lime juice add a zesty, refreshing finish. Perfect for meal prepping or casual dinners, this protein-packed recipe is gluten-free and brimming with nutrients while satisfying your taste buds. Serve it solo or pair with low-carb sides like cauliflower rice for a wholesome, guilt-free meal. Ready in just over two hours, this filling dish is ideal for feeding a crowd while keeping your carb count in check!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pork shoulder
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb tomatillos, husked and halved
- 2 poblano peppers, seeded and chopped
- 2 jalapeños, seeded and chopped
- 1 onion, chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice
Instructions
Cut the pork shoulder into 1.5-inch cubes and season with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
Add the pork cubes in batches and sear them until they are browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes per batch. Set aside the browned pork.
In the same pot, add tomatillos, poblano peppers, and jalapeños. Sauté for about 5 minutes until slightly charred.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent.
Stir in ground cumin and dried oregano, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Return the browned pork to the pot and pour in the chicken broth.
Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and cook for about 1.5 hours until the pork is tender and the sauce has thickened.
Stir in the chopped cilantro and lime juice. Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Serve hot with optional toppings like sliced avocado, additional cilantro, or a dollop of sour cream for those not strictly low-carb.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2554 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 142.6 g | 183% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.9 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 800 mg | 267% | |
| Sodium | 4179 mg | 182% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.3 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.3 g | 83% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.9 g | ||
| Protein | 233.0 g | 466% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 455 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 6253 mg | 133% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
