Slow Cooker Mexican Pork Stew with Sweet Potatoes

Slow Cooker Mexican Pork Stew with Sweet Potatoes
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    6 hrs
  • TOTAL TIME
    6 hrs 15 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    10

Embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Mexico with this vibrant and comforting slow-cooked pork stew. Tender pork and sweet potatoes meld together in a symphony of smoky, spicy, and savory flavors, creating a dish that's both satisfying and incredibly easy to prepare.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    34 g
  • Cholesterol
    55 mg
  • Fiber
    5 g
  • Protein
    23 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    1214 mg
  • Sugar
    10 g
  • Fat
    7 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Combine all ingredients (pork, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, red onion, green chiles, chicken broth, cumin, salt, and pepper) into the base of a 6-quart or larger slow cooker. (5 minutes)

02

Step

Stir well to ensure even distribution of flavors. (2 minutes)

03

Step

Cover the slow cooker securely. (1 minute)

04

Step

Cook on Low heat for 6 to 7 hours, or until the pork is fork-tender and the sweet potatoes are soft. (6-7 hours)

05

Step

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the pork reaches at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

06

Step

Stir in the fresh lime juice just before serving to brighten the flavors. (2 minutes)

For a spicier stew, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or a diced jalapeño along with the green chiles.
Serve this stew with warm tortillas, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a complete and satisfying meal.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. The flavors will meld together even more overnight!
Consider searing the pork chunks in a hot pan before adding them to the slow cooker to develop a richer, more complex flavor.

Carolina Mosciski

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 5.0/ 5 ( 3 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (10)
  • Baby Reinger

    I had some leftover roasted corn, so I threw that in at the end, too. So good!

  • Kaya Heller

    A new family favorite!

  • Ozella Reichel

    This was so easy and delicious! My family loved it.

  • Antwan Kulas

    The lime juice really brightens up the flavors. Don't skip it!

  • Jayson Franey

    Amazing! Such an easy dinner. I added a can of drained black beans the last hour. Great flavor.

  • Brigitte Morar

    I doubled the recipe and froze half for later. It reheated beautifully!

  • Tess Jaskolskigislason

    I added a jalapeño for extra heat, and it was perfect for a chilly evening.

  • Rusty Cruickshank

    This recipe is now a staple in our household. So flavorful and versatile!

  • Daphnee Ritchie

    The sweet potatoes add such a nice sweetness to the stew. Will definitely make this again!

  • Giovanny Schowalter

    I used pork shoulder instead of pork loin, and it turned out great. Just needed a little longer cooking time.

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