Pozole Recipe/ HOW TO MAKE RED PORK POZEL/ROJO

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken breast lowers fat content while pork loin is more economical.

dried chiles

🥗Healthier: fresh chiles

💰Cheaper: canned chiles

Fresh chiles can be less spicy and more accessible.

hominy

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: corn kernels

Quinoa offers a gluten-free alternative, while corn kernels are more budget-friendly.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

Toast dried chiles in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Remove chiles from skillet and soak in hot water for 15-20 minutes until softened.

Blend soaked chiles with garlic, onion, cumin, and a bit of soaking water until smooth.

Heat a large pot over medium heat and add pork shoulder, browning on all sides for 5-7 minutes.

Add blended chile mixture to the pot with the pork and stir to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover the pork, then add bay leaves and oregano.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1.5-2 hours until pork is tender.

Remove pork, shred it, and return it to the pot.

Stir in hominy and simmer for an additional 30 minutes.

Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Serve hot, garnished with lime, radishes, cabbage, avocado, and cilantro.

Cooking Techniques

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