Pork and Hatch Green Chile Stew

Ingredients

1 tbsp. olive oil
1.5 pounds lean pork, cubed
1 large onion, chopped
2 teaspoons garlic, minced – minced
1 tbsp. ground cumin
1 tbsp. chile powder*
2 cups good broth or stock – chicken or beef
1 cup lager style beer
juice of 1 lime
1 pint Cherub tomatoes – or similar small tomatoes
2 cups chopped Hatch green chile
1 teaspoon sea salt and fresh ground pepper

Directions

In a large skillet, add oil over high heat. Add cubed pork. Brown on all sides. Adjust heat if pan is too hot.
When pork is browned on all sides, add to slow cooker or Instant Pot.

Sauté chopped onion, minced garlic, and cumin. Cook until fragrant (about 2 minutes). Add to slow cooker or Instant Pot).

Add the remaining ingredients to slow cooker or Instant Pot. Stir to combine.

Slow cooker – 6-8 hours depending on heat level of your specific appliance. I usually set my on low, and it is done in 6-7 hours.

Instant Pot – Set to 45 minutes and de-pressurize for 10 minutes before opening (making the process about an hour).
Taste for seasoning, and adjust as needed.

Serve over rice, polenta, or wrapped in a tortilla.