Savory Pork and Green Chile Delight

Ingredients

• A dash of vegetable oil
• A generous portion of all-purpose flour
• Tender boneless pork, cut into bite-sized cubes
• Freshly diced onion for added flavor
• Minced garlic for a hint of pungency
• Canned diced tomatoes for a burst of freshness
• Chopped green chilies for a spicy kick
• Freshly minced cilantro to enhance the aroma
• Cold water to reach desired consistency
• Cornstarch for thickening the sauce
• Mexican cheese blend for a creamy finish
• Freshly chopped cilantro for a burst of herbaceousness

Step 1

Begin by warming up some oil in a spacious Dutch oven or a large pot on medium heat. In a wide dish, sprinkle some flour, then add the pork and coat it evenly, shaking off any excess. Cook the pork in the heated oil until it turns a beautiful brown, which should take about 5 to 7 minutes. Mix in the onion and garlic, and continue cooking and stirring until the onion becomes soft, which usually takes around 5 minutes. Next, add diced tomatoes, green chilies, and a generous portion of cilantro to the pork; give it a good stir. Cover the Dutch oven and let the mixture simmer until the pork becomes tender and cooks through, which typically takes about 40 minutes.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together some cold water and cornstarch until smooth. Pour this mixture into the liquid in the Dutch oven and continue cooking until the sauce thickens, this may take around 5 to 10 minutes. Once done, remove the Dutch oven from the heat and let the dish sit and settle for about 10 to 15 minutes. Serve by ladling the dish into bowls and topping it with cheese and an additional sprinkle of fresh cilantro to enhance the flavors.