Green Chile Pulled Pork

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Green Chile Pulled Pork

This Green Chile Pulled Pork recipe is a flavorful, tender dish perfect for tacos, burritos, or simply served over rice. The slow-cooked pork absorbs the spices and green chile, resulting in a deliciously juicy and versatile meal.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds sirloin tip pork roast or pork shoulder*
  • 1 small onion, sliced very thin
  • 14 ounces chopped green chile (about 1 heaping cup)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
  • ½ teaspoon dried sage leaves or rubbed sage
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (or regular/Hungarian paprika)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

  1. Arrange the sliced onions at the base of the slow cooker.
  2. Place the pork roast on top of the onions. Sprinkle the pork with salt, pepper, oregano, sage, cumin, cayenne, and smoked paprika.
  3. Layer the chopped green chile over the top of the pork and seasonings.

Step 2: Slow Cook

  1. Cover the slow cooker with its lid.
  2. Cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or on HIGH for 2-3 hours, depending on your time availability.
  3. Once the pork is cooked, use two forks to carefully shred or pull it apart directly in the slow cooker. Let the meat soak up the flavorful juices.

Step 3: Serve

  1. Serve the Green Chile Pulled Pork immediately, or switch the slow cooker to the WARM setting to keep it ready for up to 2 hours.

Notes

  • Versatility: Use the pulled pork as a filling for tacos, burritos, or sandwiches, or serve it over rice for a satisfying meal.
  • Adjust Spice: Control the heat by reducing the cayenne or opting for milder green chiles.
  • Cooking Tip: The LOW setting yields the most tender and flavorful pork, but the HIGH setting works in a pinch.
  • Make-Ahead: This dish reheats well and can be prepared in advance. The flavors deepen as it sits, making leftovers even better!
  • Freezing: Store leftovers in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator and reheat gently.
  • Serving Suggestions: Pair with warm tortillas, rice, or coleslaw. Garnish with lime juice and fresh cilantro for a bright finish.
  • Onion Tip: Swap yellow onions for Vidalia onions if you prefer a sweeter flavor.

Enjoy the mouthwatering Green Chile Pulled Pork and get creative with how you serve it!

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