Ww Verde Pork
Transform your weeknight dinners with this irresistible WW Verde Pork recipe—a mouthwatering fusion of tender, slow-braised boneless pork shoulder and bold, tangy verde sauce. Highlighting roasted tomatillos, poblano, and jalapeño peppers blended with aromatic garlic, cilantro, and lime juice, this Mexican-inspired dish is packed with rich, smoky flavors. The pork is seared to golden perfection before simmering in the vibrant verde sauce and chicken broth, ensuring every bite is juicy and flavorful. Perfect for meal prepping or family dinners, this wholesome recipe pairs beautifully with brown rice, cauliflower rice, or fresh salads. With its easy oven-braising technique and pantry-friendly spices like cumin and oregano, WW Verde Pork will quickly become a standout favorite in your recipe collection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Boneless pork shoulder
- 1 pound Tomatillos
- 2 medium Poblano peppers
- 1 large Jalapeño peppers
- 4 large Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 0.5 cup Cilantro
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C).
Trim excess fat from the pork shoulder. Cut the pork into 2-inch chunks and season with salt and pepper.
In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Brown the pork in batches, about 2-3 minutes per side, and set aside.
Peel and rinse the tomatillos. Cut them into quarters. Roast the tomatillos, poblano peppers, and jalapeño on a baking sheet under the broiler for 5-7 minutes, turning halfway, until charred.
Place the roasted tomatillos, peppers, and jalapeño into a blender along with the minced garlic, chopped onion, cilantro, cumin, oregano, and lime juice. Blend until smooth to create the verde sauce.
Return the pot to medium heat. Pour in the verde sauce and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes. Stir frequently to avoid sticking.
Add the chicken broth to the sauce and stir well.
Return the browned pork to the pot, ensuring it is fully submerged in the sauce. Cover the pot with a lid and transfer to the preheated oven.
Braise the pork in the oven for 2 hours or until the pork is tender and shreddable.
Remove the pot from the oven. Use two forks to shred the pork into the sauce, mixing well to coat evenly.
Serve the WW Verde Pork with your favorite sides, such as brown rice, cauliflower rice, or a mixed green salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.6 g | 253% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.0 g | 330% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 726 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 3598 mg | 156% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.8 g | ||
| Protein | 177.0 g | 354% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 17.5 mg | 97% | |
| Potassium | 4949 mg | 105% | |
*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.
