DELICIOUSLY EASY CROCK POT MEXICAN RED CHILE PORK STEW RECIPE

dried red chiles

🥗Healthier: fresh red bell peppers

💰Cheaper: canned tomato sauce

Fresh peppers provide a milder flavor, while tomato sauce is more accessible.

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken thighs lower fat content, while pork loin is less expensive.

Cut pork into 1 inch cubes.

Sear pork tenderloin in 1-2 tablespoons of oil in large pan until golden and add to crockpot.

Boil chiles 10-15 minutes until tender.

Add boiled chiles, broth, tomato sauce, and spices to the blender, blend until smooth.

Pour blended chile pepper mixture to crock pot over meat, add a bit of water to get all the chile mixture from blender, and extra for desired consistency (1 cup used).

Add hominy, bay leaves, and stir to combine.

Cover crock pot and cook on high for 4-6 hours or low for 8 hours.

Top stew with toppings and serve with tortillas on the side.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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