Classic Chile Verde Recipe
INGREDIENTS
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 tablespoons ground chili powder ( or to taste) (optional)
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2 tablespoons ground cumin ( or to taste)
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5 cups water (broth is not traditional, but I like the flavor better) or 5 cups chicken broth ( broth is not traditional, but I like the flavor better)
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2 -4 teaspoons jalapenos (optional)
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3 large tomatillos, husks removed and coarsely chopped (optional)
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2 cups diced green chilies ( I use Big Jims, roasted, peeled and frozen by the bushel every fall)
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1 (15 ounce) cans tomatoes, drained
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6 tablespoons flour
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1 head minced garlic ( taste great, but also helps prevent heart burn)
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1 large chopped onion ( not traditional) (optional)
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2 tablespoonscooking oil or 2 tablespoonslard or 2 tablespoons bacon grease
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2 -3 lbs pork roast ( pre-diced pork works well for a faster preparation. Just brown with onions)
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