Spicy Green Enchilada Pork Chili

Recipe Collection: Dinner

Spicy Green Enchilada Pork Chili brings the bold flavors of Mexico to your table with a comforting and spicy twist. This hearty dish combines tender ground pork with the vibrant kick of green enchilada sauce, making it perfect for those who enjoy a flavorful meal. Ideal for gluten-free and dairy-free diets, it’s versatile enough to serve as a main dish or a side.

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Overview

This Spicy Green Enchilada Pork Chili is a Mexican-inspired dish that combines the rich flavors of ground pork with the tangy zest of green enchilada sauce. Garnished with fresh cilantro and lime, this hearty chili offers a spicy and comforting meal perfect for any occasion.

Diet Type

Non-Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

Mexican

Serving Size: 8

Cooking Time: 60 minutes

Ingredients

• 4 Tablespoons (tbsp) olive oil, divided
• 2 Fresh jalapeño peppers, sliced
• 1 Pound (lb) ground pork
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) butter
• 1 Medium white onion, minced
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) kosher salt
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) cumin, ground
• 0.5 Teaspoon (tsp) sweet paprika
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) cayenne pepper, ground
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) black pepper, ground
• 3 Cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 Cup all-purpose flour
• 1 28 Ounces (oz) can green enchilada sauce
• 1 Quart (qt) water
• 1 7 Ounces (oz) can green salsa
• 0.5 Bunch fresh cilantro, torn
• 1 Pinch lime, juiced

Steps

1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a 4-quart pot over medium heat. Add jalapeños and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in ground pork and cook until crumbly and evenly browned. Remove pork and jalapeños to a plate and set aside.
2. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil and butter to the same pot. Cook the onion in the hot butter-oil mixture until it starts to soften, about 2 minutes. Stir in salt, cumin, paprika, cayenne, and black pepper; cook until the onion is soft. Mix in garlic and cook for 1 minute.
3. Reduce heat to low. Sprinkle flour over the onion and garlic. Cook, stirring for 3 minutes. Slowly pour enchilada sauce into the onion mixture, whisking constantly to prevent lumps from forming. Mix in water and green salsa until well combined.
4. Return the pork and jalapeños to the pot. Increase heat to medium and slowly bring the soup to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove the pot from heat. Stir in cilantro and lime juice to serve.

Enjoy this flavorful and spicy chili with your favorite toppings like fresh tomatoes, avocado, sour cream, and tortilla chips!