Authentic New Mexico Green Chile Stew

Name: Authentic New Mexico Green Chile Stew
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h 45 min
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 12 -15 hatch green chilies (if not available anaheim will work too); 2 lbs pork shoulder; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped; 2 minced garlic cloves; 1 -2 jalapeno, diced (only necessary if using anaheim chiles); 6 cups chicken broth; 6 ounces beer (optional); 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; 3 bay leaves; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 3 large potatoes, diced 1/2-inch; 2 tablespoons butter; 2 tablespoons flour

Instructions

Prep:45minCook:2h

i first had this when i went to albuquerque to visit family 15 years ago...wow is this good!! after several attempts to recreate & falling short i've finally perfected it...at least in my mind but i haven't had the real stuff in over 8 years :( this recipe is so tasty and worth the time it takes to put together...try it out!

Updated at: Sat, 21 Feb 2026 05:46:58 GMT