Mexican Pozole Rojo with Pork and Hominy

Name: Mexican Pozole Rojo with Pork and Hominy
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 180 min
Total time: 210 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 2 lbs pork shoulder (cut into chunks); 1 large onion (chopped); 4 cloves garlic (minced); 8 cups chicken broth; 2 cans hominy (drained and rinsed); 4 oz dried guajillo chiles (stems and seeds removed); 2 tsp dried oregano; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp salt (or to taste); 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 cup shredded cabbage; 1/2 cup chopped cilantro; 1 cup sliced radishes; 4 limes (cut into wedges)

StandardMexicanDinnerComfort FoodTraditionalSpicy

⏱️ 30m PREP

🔥 180m COOK

👥 8 SERVINGS

⚡ 350 CAL/SERV

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Overview

A hearty and flavorful traditional Mexican stew featuring tender pork and hominy in a rich, red chile broth.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

30.0g 39%

Fat

12.0g 16%

Carbs

35.0g 45%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

25% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Iron

15% DV

Essential for blood production

🌾 Fiber

24% DV

Aids in digestion

☀️ Vitamin A

10% DV

Supports vision and immune health

🔺 Calcium

8% DV

Important for bone health

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 lbs pork shoulder cut into chunks
1 large onion chopped
4 cloves garlic minced
8 cups chicken broth
2 cans hominy drained and rinsed
4 oz dried guajillo chiles stems and seeds removed
2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt or to taste
1/2 tsp black pepper

Toppings

1 cup shredded cabbage
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
1 cup sliced radishes
4 limes cut into wedges

Instructions

1 In a large pot, combine the pork shoulder, chopped onion, minced garlic, and chicken broth. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
2 Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 2 hours or until the pork is tender.
3 Meanwhile, place the guajillo chiles in a bowl and cover with hot water. Let them soak for 20 minutes until softened.
4 Drain the chiles and transfer to a blender. Add a cup of the cooking liquid from the pork and blend until smooth.
5 Strain the chile puree through a fine sieve into the pot with the pork. Discard the solids.
6 Add the hominy, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper to the pot. Stir well to combine.
7 Simmer uncovered for another 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
8 Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with shredded cabbage, chopped cilantro, sliced radishes, and lime wedges.