Crock Pot Guisado Verde

Savor the zesty, slow-cooked flavors of Crock Pot Guisado Verde, a comforting Mexican-inspired stew that's as effortless as it is delicious. Tender, seared pork shoulder simmers for hours with tangy tomatillos, smoky poblano peppers, and a hint of jalapeño heat, creating a rich, soulful dish packed with vibrant flavors. Aromatic garlic, onion, and spices like cumin and oregano deepen the complexity, while a splash of fresh lime juice brightens every bite. Perfect for busy days, this crock pot recipe offers a hands-off cooking method that yields a melt-in-your-mouth texture and bold, satisfying taste. Serve this hearty guisado verde with warm tortillas, fluffy rice, or creamy beans for a flavorful meal the whole family will love.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:360 mins

Total Time:380 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2.5 pounds Pork shoulder (boneless, trimmed and cubed)
• 1.5 pounds Tomatillos (husked and quartered)
• 2 Poblano peppers (deseeded and diced)
• 1 Jalapeño (deseeded and finely chopped)
• 4 Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 large Yellow onion (chopped)
• 0.5 cup Cilantro (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
• 2 cups Chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 Lime (juiced)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Add the cubed pork shoulder to the skillet in batches and sear on all sides until browned. Remove the pork and transfer it to the crock pot.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 3 minutes. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Transfer the mixture to the crock pot.

Step 4

Add the tomatillos, poblano peppers, jalapeño, cilantro, chicken broth, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to the crock pot. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Cover the crock pot with the lid and cook on low for 6 hours, or until the pork is tender and the flavors are well blended.

Step 6

Once cooked, use a wooden spoon or fork to gently shred some of the pork pieces for texture (optional). Stir in the lime juice and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 7

Serve hot, garnished with additional chopped cilantro. Pair with warm tortillas, rice, or beans for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2766.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3512.5

Total Fat 264.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 793.8mg	0%
Sodium 5440.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 90.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.5g	0%
Total Sugars 42.3g
Protein 223.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 343.3mg	0%
Iron 20.4mg	0%
Potassium 6317.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.4%

Protein: 24.6%

Carbs: 10.0%