Description
Indulge in the rich and vibrant flavors of Must-Try Mexican Beef Chile Verde. This comforting dish features tender beef simmered in a zesty green sauce made from tomatillos, jalapeños, and lime juice. Each bite delivers a mouthwatering combination of spice and freshness, perfect for cozy family gatherings or taco nights. Whether served as a stew or as a filling for tacos, this recipe is sure to impress your guests and bring warmth to your table.
Ingredients
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- 2 lbs beef chuck roast
- 6 tomatillos, husked and rinsed
- 2 fresh jalapeños, stems removed
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice of 2 limes
- 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by dicing the onion, mincing the garlic, and rinsing the tomatillos.
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, sear the beef chuck roast until browned on all sides; remove from pot.
- Sauté onions and garlic in the same pot until fragrant (about 3-4 minutes).
- Blend tomatillos, jalapeños, cilantro, lime juice, cumin, and oregano until smooth; add back into the pot with beef.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to low; simmer for 2-3 hours until beef is fork-tender.
- Let rest for 10 minutes before shredding the meat. Serve hot with warm tortillas or over rice.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 150 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 870mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg