Jul 14 2026
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Carne Con Salsa Verde (medium) Recipe

Inspired by La Hacienda Dover AFB
Time2h 30m
Serves6

Braised is traditional! Enjoy our medium braised pork, add on a Plato fresco for added flavor.

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Ingredients

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Pork Braise

Salsa Verde

Plato Fresco (Optional)

Method

Pork Braise

  1. 1

    Brown the Pork

    In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the pork shoulder and brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the pork and set aside.

  2. 2

    Sauté Aromatics

    In the same pot, add chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic, cumin, salt, and black pepper, stirring for another minute until fragrant.

  3. 3

    Braised Pork

    Return the pork to the pot and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, then cover and reduce heat to low. Let it braise for about 2 hours, or until the pork is tender and easily shredded.

Salsa Verde

  1. 4

    Prepare the Salsa

    While the pork is braising, combine tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeño, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt in a blender. Blend until smooth. Adjust seasoning if needed.

Plato Fresco (Optional)

  1. 5

    Prepare Garnishes

    Slice the avocado, radishes, and prepare lime wedges for serving.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Dish

    Once the pork is tender, shred it using two forks. Serve the shredded pork topped with salsa verde and optional garnishes of avocado, radishes, and lime wedges.

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