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Pozole Recipe

A traditional Mexican soup made with hominy, tender pork, and a blend of spices, garnished with fresh toppings for a hearty meal.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: pozole, Mexican soup, comfort food, traditional recipes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 cups dried hominy
  • 1 pound pork shoulder cubed
  • 8 cups water
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon ground cumin
  • 1 can red chilies optional
  • Toppings: sliced radishes shredded cabbage, diced onions, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  • Soak the dried hominy overnight in water.
  • Drain and rinse the hominy, then place it in a large pot.
  • Add 8 cups of water and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • In a separate pan, brown the pork shoulder cubes.
  • Add the browned pork to the pot with hominy.
  • Stir in the chopped onion, minced garlic, and salt.
  • Season with oregano and cumin.
  • Reduce heat and simmer for 1.5 hours until the pork is tender.
  • If desired, add red chilies for extra flavor.
  • Serve hot with desired toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 15g | Fiber: 5g