Craving a bowl of pure comfort that’s bursting with bold, spicy flavor? Look no further! This Instant Pot Pork Chili Verde is your answer to a quick, satisfying weeknight meal. We’re talking incredibly tender pork, a zesty kick from green chilies and jalapeños, and a rich, savory broth that comes together effortlessly in your pressure cooker. Get ready to find your new favorite stew!
Ingredients
• For the Stew
• 1 lb / 450g pork loin roast, cut into 1-inch cubes
• ¼ cup / 40g green chilies, chopped
• 3 jalapeno peppers, finely chopped
• 1 red onion, finely chopped, divided
• 3 cups / 720ml beef stock
• 3 tbsp / 42g butter
• For the Spices
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp chili powder
Instructions
1. Directions
2. Set your Instant Pot to the ‘Sauté’ function and melt the butter in the inner pot. Add the pork cubes, chopped green chilies, jalapeno peppers, and half of the chopped red onion.
3. Season the mixture with sea salt, smoked paprika, and chili powder, stirring well to coat all the evenly.
4. Pour in the beef stock and give everything one last stir to combine. Cancel the ‘Sauté’ function.
5. Secure the lid, turn the steam release handle to the ‘Sealing’ position, and select the ‘Manual’ or ‘Pressure Cook’ button. Set the timer for 25 minutes on high pressure.
6. Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes. Afterward, carefully move the valve to the ‘Venting’ position to release any remaining steam.
7. Carefully open the lid. Ladle the pork stew into serving bowls, making sure to include plenty of the savory broth.
8. Garnish with the remaining fresh red onion and serve immediately.
Nutritional Information
• Per Serving
• Calories: 349
• Total Fats: 20.3g
• Net Carbs: 3.3g
• Protein: 35.3g
• Fiber: 1.7g
Pro Tips
• For a deeper, richer flavor, use the ‘Sauté’ function to brown the pork cubes in the butter before adding the other and pressure cooking.
• Easily adjust the heat by removing the seeds and membranes from the jalapenos for a milder stew, or leave them in for an extra fiery kick.
• Elevate your bowls with toppings like a dollop of sour cream, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, or a squeeze of lime juice to brighten the flavors.
• Serve this hearty stew with warm tortillas or cornbread for dipping, or pour it over a bed of fluffy rice to soak up the delicious broth.
FAQ
Q: How can I make this pork chili verde less spicy
A: To reduce the heat, remove the seeds and membranes from the jalapenos before chopping them. For an even milder version, you can also reduce the amount of jalapenos used.
Q: What should I serve with this Instant Pot chili
A: This stew is delicious with warm tortillas or cornbread for dipping, or served over rice. Great toppings include sour cream, shredded cheese, fresh cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice.
Q: How can I get a richer flavor in my chili verde
A: For a deeper, richer flavor, use the ‘Sauté’ function to brown the pork cubes in the butter before adding the other ingredients and pressure cooking.
Q: What cut of pork is best for this recipe
A: This recipe is designed for pork loin roast cut into 1-inch cubes, which becomes incredibly tender after being pressure cooked.
