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pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: pork shoulder

Chicken is lower in fat and calories, while pork shoulder is often less expensive.

green tomatillos

🥗Healthier: green bell peppers

💰Cheaper: canned green tomatoes

Green bell peppers provide similar flavor and are often cheaper.

jalapeño peppers

🥗Healthier: serrano peppers

💰Cheaper: banana peppers

Serrano peppers are slightly healthier, while banana peppers are milder and more budget-friendly.

Prepare the pork by cutting it into chunks.

In a large pot, brown the pork over medium heat.

Add chopped onions and minced garlic; sauté until translucent.

Stir in diced tomatillos and chopped jalapeños.

Season with salt and pepper; simmer for 1 hour.

Blend the mixture until smooth, then return to the pot.

Add chopped cilantro and lime juice; stir well.

Cook for an additional 10 minutes.

Serve hot with tortillas or rice.

Cooking Techniques

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