Spicy New Mexico-Style Green Chile Pork Tacos

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · ·

Juicy pork simmered in a vibrant green chile sauce inspired by New Mexico’s bold flavors, served on warm corn tortillas for a street-food style taco experience. This mexican-inspired tacos & burritos ready in about 120 minutes pairs cut into 1-inch cubes pork shoulder, vegetable oil, medium, diced yellow onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 400 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 20 min Cook: 100 min Serves 4 Mexican cuisine 400 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 2 lbs cubed pork shoulder and brown on all sides, about 6-8 minutes. Remove pork and set aside.
  2. Step 2: In the same skillet, add 1 diced medium yellow onion and 3 minced garlic cloves. Sauté over medium heat for 4 minutes until softened and aromatic.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup chopped roasted green chiles, 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Cook for 2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Return pork to skillet and add 1 cup chicken broth. Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 1.5 hours until pork is tender and sauce thickens.
  5. Step 5: Warm 8 small corn tortillas on a dry skillet for 30 seconds per side. Spoon the pork and green chile mixture onto tortillas, garnish with 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro and lime wedges for squeezing.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy New Mexico-Style Green Chile Pork Tacos take to make?

Total time is about 120 minutes (20 min prep + 100 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Spicy New Mexico-Style Green Chile Pork Tacos?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep vegetable oil from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Spicy New Mexico-Style Green Chile Pork Tacos?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Spicy New Mexico-Style Green Chile Pork Tacos for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Spicy New Mexico-Style Green Chile Pork Tacos?

Mexican tacos & burritos like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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