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Bowl of Grandma's Chili Verde served with Spanish Rice

Grandma's Chili Verde with Spanish Rice

A heartwarming dish combining tender meat in a spicy green sauce served over fluffy Spanish rice, perfect for family gatherings and cozy dinners.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Mexican
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chili Verde
  • 2 lbs beef stew meat or pork shoulder, cubed Use your preferred type of meat
  • 2 tbsp oil For sautéing
  • 1 medium onion, chopped Adds flavor to the base
  • 1 cup green chile sauce Adjust to taste for spice level
  • 1 medium bell pepper, chopped Enhances flavor and adds texture
  • 1 tsp cumin Adds warmth and flavor
  • 1 tsp garlic powder For additional depth of flavor
  • to taste salt and pepper Season to your preference
  • 4 cups water or broth For cooking meat
For the Spanish Rice
  • 2 cups Spanish rice Cook according to package instructions

Method
 

Cooking the Chili Verde
  1. Heat the oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and bell pepper, sauté until soft.
  2. Add the cubed beef or pork and brown on all sides.
  3. Stir in the green chile sauce, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Add enough water or broth to cover the meat.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 to 2 hours until the meat is tender.
Cooking the Spanish Rice
  1. While the chili is simmering, cook the Spanish rice according to package instructions.
Serving
  1. Serve the chili verde over the fluffy Spanish rice. Garnish with fresh cilantro, diced onions, or a squeeze of lime juice if desired.
  2. Pair with warm tortillas or crusty bread to soak up the delicious sauce.

Notes

For best flavor, try marinating the meat in the green chile sauce one-day prior to cooking. Adjust the heat by using less green chile sauce or fresh jalapeños. Stir the chili occasionally while it simmers to prevent sticking. A pressure cooker can significantly reduce cooking time.