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Cozy Hatch Green Chile Pork Stew with Potatoes

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A thick, velvety stew featuring tender pork shoulder, creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, and smoky Hatch green chiles, delivering a cozy and comforting meal perfect for chilly evenings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds pork shoulder, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 4–5 medium Hatch green chiles, roasted, peeled, and chopped (or 7 oz canned)
  • 3 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1.5-inch chunks
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 large garlic cloves, minced
  • 4 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • Juice of 1 fresh lime

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Hatch green chiles: If using fresh, roast under a broiler or on a grill until skin blisters and chars (8-10 minutes), then steam covered for 10 minutes. Peel skins, remove seeds, and chop roughly. If canned, drain and chop.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Pat pork cubes dry and brown in batches, about 5-6 minutes per batch. Transfer browned pork to a plate.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add diced onion to the pot and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes. Stir in minced garlic, cumin, and smoked paprika; cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and scrape the bottom of the pot to loosen browned bits. Return pork and any juices to the pot.
  5. Stir in chopped Hatch green chiles and potato chunks. Add remaining 3 cups broth. Season with salt and pepper (start with 1 tsp salt, adjust later).
  6. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover. Simmer for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pork is fork-tender and potatoes are cooked but hold shape.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning. Stir in fresh lime juice and sprinkle chopped cilantro before serving.

Notes

Roasting fresh Hatch chiles adds smoky depth; canned chiles are a convenient alternative. Searing pork is essential for flavor. Yukon Gold potatoes hold shape well and provide creamy texture. Adjust salt and pepper to taste. For a thicker stew, simmer uncovered to reduce. For thinner, add broth or water. Can be adapted for slow cooker. Leftovers store well refrigerated up to 4 days or frozen up to 3 months.

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Keywords: Hatch green chile, pork stew, cozy stew, slow-cooked pork, Yukon Gold potatoes, easy dinner, comfort food, gluten-free, dairy-free

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