GALLINA PINTA | MEXICAN BEEF, BEAN & HOMINY SOUP

pinto beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: kidney beans

Kidney beans are often less expensive and provide similar texture.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are often more affordable.

cilantro

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: spinach

Parsley offers a milder flavor, and spinach is generally inexpensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

Grab a large pot and add about 18 cups of water.

Set the pot on medium-high heat and add the onion, head of garlic, bay leaves, and salt.

Bring the water to a boil.

Once boiling, add the beef chuck roast (cut into large squares), beef shank, and beef oxtails.

Let the meat cook for about 10 minutes.

Remove any foam that forms on top of the broth.

Wait for the broth to come to a full boil, then reduce the heat to medium.

Add the soaked beans, cleaned chili peppers (with stems removed), cilantro, and all spices; mix well.

Cover the pot and let it cook for about an hour and a half.

After 1.5 hours, rinse the hominy and add it to the pot; mix everything together.

Cover and let it cook for another 30 minutes.

Check the meat to ensure it's fully tender and the beans are soft.

Remove the onion, chilis, and garlic (optional).

Adjust the salt to taste if needed.

Turn off the heat and prepare to serve.

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