One Man's Award Winning Green Chile 4K

pork

🥗Healthier: chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Chicken is leaner and ground beef is often less expensive.

green chiles

🥗Healthier: jalapeños

💰Cheaper: bell peppers

Jalapeños provide heat while bell peppers are milder and more affordable.

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water with seasoning

Vegetable broth reduces sodium and is often cheaper.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier while canola oil is budget-friendly.

Roast green chiles over an open flame until charred, about 10 minutes.

Place roasted chiles in a plastic bag to steam for 10 minutes.

Peel and chop the chiles, removing seeds if desired.

Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onions and garlic; sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.

Stir in pork and cook until browned on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Add chopped tomatoes, corn, and potatoes; mix well.

Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

Add cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper; stir to combine.

Cover and simmer for 30-40 minutes, until pork is tender.

Adjust seasoning to taste and stir in lime juice and cilantro before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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