Pozole Blanco Recipe

pork shoulder

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: pork loin

Chicken breast reduces fat content while still providing protein.

hominy

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: corn kernels

Quinoa offers a gluten-free alternative with a different texture.

lime

🥗Healthier: lemon

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon provides similar acidity, while vinegar is more economical.

avocado

🥗Healthier: sliced cucumbers

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Sliced cucumbers add freshness, while sour cream offers creaminess.

Soak hominy overnight in water.

Drain and rinse the soaked hominy.

Place hominy in a large pot and cover with water.

Add pork shoulder, garlic, onion, and bay leaves to the pot.

Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer.

Cook for 2-3 hours until pork is tender and hominy has burst.

Remove pork, shred it, and discard bones and fat.

Return shredded pork to the pot and season with oregano and cumin.

Simmer for an additional 30 minutes to meld flavors.

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

Cooking Techniques

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